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Ford Ranger

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,499 cc

8511 PJMOT history

8511 PJ is a green diesel Ford Ranger first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

8511 PJ green Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
90,192 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8511 PJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

8511 PJ was last recorded at 90,192 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,927 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
265 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,192 miles
  • 2024 – 89,927 miles
  • 2023 – 89,707 miles
  • 2022 – 89,179 miles
  • 2021 – 87,907 miles
  • 2020 – 87,073 miles
  • 2019 – 84,771 miles
  • 2017 – 83,018 miles
  • 2016 – 81,690 miles
  • 2015 – 79,409 miles
  • 2014 – 74,922 miles
  • 2013 – 65,014 miles
  • 2012 – 49,666 miles
  • 2011 – 35,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,192 miles
  • Advisory(offside and nearside rear leaf springs are starting to corrode)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,192 miles (+265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,192 miles
    Test number
    268276729449
    • Advisory(offside and nearside rear leaf springs are starting to corrode)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass89,927 miles (+220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,927 miles
    Test number
    699562617656
    • Advisory(offside and nearside rear leaf springs are corroded slightly)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass89,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    133279196955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,707 miles (+528)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    694588415136
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass89,179 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,179 miles
    Test number
    444879869683
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail89,178 miles (+1,271)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    361796028204
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass87,907 miles (+834)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,907 miles
    Test number
    146893946514
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (rear) (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass87,073 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,073 miles
    Test number
    990310829614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,771 miles (+1,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,771 miles
    Test number
    347091544032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass83,018 miles (+1,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    940576856477
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass81,690 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,690 miles
    Test number
    420034470644
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  12. Pass81,582 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,582 miles
    Test number
    870337323095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,409 miles (+4,487)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,409 miles
    Test number
    265802615416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,922 miles (+9,908)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,922 miles
    Test number
    377155314156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,014 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,014 miles
    Test number
    528195593003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,960 miles (+15,294)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,960 miles
    Test number
    629493593068
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass49,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,666 miles
    Test number
    905984072031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,666 miles (+14,295)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,666 miles
    Test number
    965143572093
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteTow bar wiring insecure

  19. Fail35,371 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,371 miles
    Test number
    396657871048
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass35,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,371 miles
    Test number
    429597671022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8511 PJ

What vehicle is registration 8511 PJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8511 PJ on a green diesel Ford Ranger first used on 31 Mar 2008. 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 8511 PJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8511 PJ is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 8511 PJ?
The MOT on 8511 PJ is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8511 PJ done?
8511 PJ was recorded at 90,192 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has 8511 PJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8511 PJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 8511 PJ 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 8511 PJ find?
8511 PJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: (offside and nearside rear leaf springs are starting to corrode); nearside rear leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened.

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