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YR08 ZVS

2008 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,151 mi
Last recorded98,151 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 ZVS
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 21 May 2025 98,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering chasis holed (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired full length (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired full chasis holed (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 96,511 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 96,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2023 95,173 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 92,438 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 92,438 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2021 89,545 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 89,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 84,267 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 78,130 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 78,130 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking load valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail u joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2017 73,130 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 66,430 miles

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 5 Nov 2015 58,642 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Nov 2015 58,642 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded x3 metal pipes at load vale (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 48,155 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 48,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 35,827 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 22,881 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 10,700 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 9,392 miles

Front Brake Disc Surface Deteriorating.

Front Wiper Blade Deteriorating.

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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YR08 ZVS is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YR08 ZVS, 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 YR08 ZVS registered?

YR08 ZVS is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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