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YG08 YSS

2008 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

118,392 mi
Last recorded118,392 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 YSS
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 118,392 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 111,874 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 107,313 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 103,571 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 97,813 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 91,362 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 79,144 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 71,948 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 65,300 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2015 59,427 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,372 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,378 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2012 34,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,285 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 27,285 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 22,635 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ranger?

Based on 1,687,380 MOT tests across 189,558 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,432
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
189,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,033
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,813
fog lamp not working 18,665
position lamp(s) not working 18,567
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YG08 YSS is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ranger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,033 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG08 YSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ranger typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG08 YSS registered?

YG08 YSS is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is YG08 YSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 YSS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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