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Ford Ranger

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,500 cc

252 BYBMOT history

252 BYB is a silver diesel Ford Ranger first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 161,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

252 BYB silver Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2027
Mileage
161,526 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
252 BYB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

252 BYB was last recorded at 161,526 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 3,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,994 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3,532 miles
Average per year
6,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,526 miles
  • 2025 – 157,994 miles
  • 2024 – 156,115 miles
  • 2023 – 152,059 miles
  • 2022 – 147,015 miles
  • 2021 – 142,068 miles
  • 2019 – 127,535 miles
  • 2018 – 121,712 miles
  • 2017 – 118,932 miles
  • 2015 – 112,516 miles
  • 2014 – 97,849 miles
  • 2013 – 88,173 miles
  • 2012 – 76,083 miles
  • 2011 – 65,186 miles
  • 2009 – 58,001 miles
  • 2008 – 53,300 miles
  • 2007 – 46,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,526 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front head lamp aim on min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Body has slight corrosion most parts of chassis has surface corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,526 miles (+3,532)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    161,526 miles
    Test number
    783461542569
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass157,994 miles (+1,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,994 miles
    Test number
    832175780421
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass156,115 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,115 miles
    Test number
    632674458746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,077 miles (+4,018)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,077 miles
    Test number
    732820976970
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,059 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,059 miles
    Test number
    998594919045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp aim on min
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail151,990 miles (+4,975)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,990 miles
    Test number
    853953378407
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to twisted flexi hose (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted also retaining clip not fully secure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp aim on min
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass147,015 miles (+4,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,015 miles
    Test number
    171876593496
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass142,068 miles (+14,533)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    786617148060
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass127,535 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,535 miles
    Test number
    995346595416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,712 miles (+2,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,712 miles
    Test number
    860027381719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass118,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,932 miles
    Test number
    126755516954
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion most parts of chassis has surface corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail118,932 miles (+6,416)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,932 miles
    Test number
    830021630214
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion most parts of chassis has surface corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass112,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    732050457339
    • AdvisoryExhaust strap corroded

  14. Fail112,516 miles (+14,667)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    417072636497
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust strap corroded

  15. Fail97,849 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,849 miles
    Test number
    329137144112
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass97,849 miles (+9,676)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,849 miles
    Test number
    909047744174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass88,173 miles (+12,090)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,173 miles
    Test number
    649968843171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,083 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,083 miles
    Test number
    935699362080
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail76,083 miles (+10,897)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,083 miles
    Test number
    989909662000
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass65,186 miles (+7,185)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,186 miles
    Test number
    665125951015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust support loose
    • NoteSlight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

  21. Pass58,001 miles (+4,701)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,001 miles
    Test number
    980447439343
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre section exhaust mount corroded but still supporting system.
    • NoteGrease weeping from both front outer inner cv boot clips.

  22. Pass53,300 miles (+6,306)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,300 miles
    Test number
    420256448324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,994 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,994 miles
    Test number
    514522117361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front door

Questions about 252 BYB

What vehicle is registration 252 BYB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 252 BYB on a silver diesel Ford Ranger first used on 29 Sept 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 252 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 252 BYB is valid until 4 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on 252 BYB?
The MOT on 252 BYB is valid until 4 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 252 BYB done?
252 BYB was recorded at 161,526 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 6,041 miles a year.
Has 252 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 252 BYB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on 252 BYB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 252 BYB find?
252 BYB passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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