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YP58 VMU

2008 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,956 mi
Last recorded174,956 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP58 VMU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 174,956 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 172,294 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 170,960 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 168,033 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 164,058 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 156,871 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 148,062 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

front tyres becoming slightly worn on edges

Fail 2 Jan 2020 148,054 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x1 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely binding (1.2.1 (c))

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

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x1 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

front tyres becoming slightly worn on edges

Pass 24 Dec 2018 136,213 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively centre, very slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 136,201 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively centre, very slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 123,691 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 109,172 miles

Chip in windscreen

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 96,273 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 85,316 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 73,869 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

chips in windscreen

Fail 4 Jan 2013 60,541 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 60,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 46,632 miles

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

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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YP58 VMU is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YP58 VMU, 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 YP58 VMU registered?

YP58 VMU is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is YP58 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP58 VMU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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