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AD03 BYZ

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,793 mi
Last recorded160,793 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 BYZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 160,793 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [section of both front to rear brake pipe only ] (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 160,488 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

exhaust band strap rust and week

Pass 26 Jul 2016 160,059 miles

Oil leak ()

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 158,576 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 157,593 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 155,792 miles

Glow plug light flashing

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear number plate poor condition

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Various body and paint damage

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 155,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Glow plug light flashing

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear number plate poor condition

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Various body and paint damage

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 145,520 miles

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

Exhaust system rusty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2012 145,436 miles

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

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust system rusty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2011 132,898 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 132,895 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 105,457 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Jan 2009 87,487 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 87,487 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 70,303 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 54,391 miles

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

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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AD03 BYZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AD03 BYZ, 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 AD03 BYZ registered?

AD03 BYZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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