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YP53 SXD

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,578 mi
Last recorded28,578 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 SXD
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 28,578 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 28,017 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 27,784 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 27,107 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 26,183 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 26,117 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 25,821 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 24,509 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 23,534 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 23,488 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 22,459 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 21,598 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 20,110 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 18,238 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,984 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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YP53 SXD is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 YP53 SXD, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YP53 SXD?

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What year was YP53 SXD registered?

YP53 SXD is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is YP53 SXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 SXD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP53 SXD have outstanding finance?

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