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AK51 RSZ

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

201,752 mi
Last recorded201,752 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 RSZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 201,752 miles

Both rear tyres worn to legal limit of tread depth

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

Fail 17 Apr 2015 201,751 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Both rear tyres worn to legal limit of tread depth

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

Pass 9 May 2014 194,958 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 194,958 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 187,848 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 179,746 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 174,178 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 May 2010 159,279 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)

Fail 5 May 2010 159,229 miles

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

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

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 8 May 2009 142,022 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 125,704 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 109,212 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 91,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2006 91,480 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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AK51 RSZ is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 AK51 RSZ, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK51 RSZ registered?

AK51 RSZ is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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