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1204 WF

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

155,096 mi
Last recorded155,096 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1204 WF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2026 155,096 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all at brake comp valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear body next to body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 152,985 miles

both front c.v boots deteriorating

corrosion under nsf wheel arch

exhaust hanger broken but still supported

oil leaks

Pass 23 May 2022 151,507 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 149,676 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 149,183 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 146,977 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 143,615 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 137,216 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 126,127 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 125,464 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 120,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 113,834 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 109,213 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 103,834 miles

f/n plate poor condition

Pass 3 Dec 2007 94,775 miles

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

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

front number plate poor condition

Pass 31 Aug 2006 79,955 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 67,580 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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1204 WF is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 1204 WF, 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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1204 WF is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 February 2003.

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