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AD03 CLY

2003 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,421 mi
Last recorded77,421 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 CLY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 77,421 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes feeding and from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2025 77,397 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes feeding and from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 76,471 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 76,471 miles

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

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

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

Front lower panel heavily corroded

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 75,163 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 75,131 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 74,583 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 74,019 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 73,057 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 71,688 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 70,498 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 69,520 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 68,275 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 66,808 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 64,977 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 63,066 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 63,066 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 61,236 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 58,415 miles

Battery adrift (rear bolt required)

Cuts to sidewall nearside front tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 58,415 miles

Battery adrift (rear bolt required)

Cuts to sidewall nearside front tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2009 54,351 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 54,329 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

timing belt due 5 years or 60,000miles

Pass 10 Nov 2008 51,300 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 38,876 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 30,294 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 30,294 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

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 CLY is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CLY, 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 CLY registered?

AD03 CLY is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is AD03 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 CLY shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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