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YP53 TKF

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

225,550 mi
Last recorded225,550 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 TKF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 225,550 miles

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

osr tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 3 Dec 2021 225,541 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

osr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2020 220,221 miles

osr tyre worn on inner edge

rear cross brace corroded

Fail 19 Nov 2020 220,015 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

osr tyre worn on inner edge

rear cross brace corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2019 213,204 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 213,204 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 205,399 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 196,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

both outer cv boots perished

brake pipe to load valve starting to corrode

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 22 Dec 2017 196,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

both outer cv boots perished

brake pipe to load valve starting to corrode

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 23 Dec 2016 188,342 miles

front brake pipes starting to corrode

osf shocker lower bush slight play

slight corrosion starting in both front floor pans

Pass 30 Dec 2015 180,727 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroded

osf shocker lower bush slight play

Fail 30 Dec 2015 180,727 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front to rear brake pipes corroded

osf shocker lower bush slight play

Pass 28 Oct 2014 170,922 miles

All metal brake pipes getting corroded.

N/s/f brake binding slightly.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 162,495 miles

BRAKE PIPES ROUND LOAD COMPENSATOR CORRODED

O/S/F BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

Fail 29 Oct 2013 162,495 miles

BRAKE PIPES ROUND LOAD COMPENSATOR CORRODED

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/F BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 154,447 miles

front to rear brake pipe at front clamp corroded slightly

rear brake pipe by compensater valve slightly corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2012 154,447 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front to rear brake pipe at front clamp corroded slightly

rear brake pipe by compensater valve slightly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2011 144,110 miles

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight noise in osf wheel bearing

Pass 30 Nov 2010 135,919 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 121,861 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

slight play in n/s/f drop link

Pass 1 Nov 2008 111,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 100,763 miles

Centre exhaust mounting deteriorating

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 85,678 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 TKF is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TKF, 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.

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What year was YP53 TKF registered?

YP53 TKF is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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