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YV03 BZP

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,125 mi
Last recorded150,125 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 BZP
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 150,125 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2019 150,125 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded from rear flexy too l.s.v (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 143,165 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 137,166 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 137,166 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 130,653 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 124,927 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Nearside front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 118,995 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 111,709 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 103,139 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 95,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 89,503 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 89,503 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 81,404 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 78,149 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2008 68,961 miles

n/s front,o/s/f and o/s/r tyres on limit

Pass 26 May 2007 60,886 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 56,839 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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YV03 BZP is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YV03 BZP, 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 YV03 BZP registered?

YV03 BZP is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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