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Ford Ranger

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,499 cc

LA51 NFLMOT history

LA51 NFL is a blue diesel Ford Ranger first used on 16 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

LA51 NFL blue Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
97,037 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NFL was last recorded at 97,037 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,028 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,037 miles
  • 2025 – 89,672 miles
  • 2024 – 81,595 miles
  • 2023 – 75,325 miles
  • 2022 – 68,644 miles
  • 2021 – 62,901 miles
  • 2019 – 58,683 miles
  • 2016 – 56,414 miles
  • 2015 – 52,652 miles
  • 2014 – 50,227 miles
  • 2012 – 44,842 miles
  • 2011 – 32,764 miles
  • 2010 – 28,196 miles
  • 2009 – 24,680 miles
  • 2008 – 21,570 miles
  • 2007 – 17,871 miles
  • 2006 – 14,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,037 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,037 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    97,037 miles
    Test number
    986716229583
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,028 miles (+7,356)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,028 miles
    Test number
    727139928150
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,672 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,672 miles
    Test number
    767380150018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail89,667 miles (+8,072)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    680154499000
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass81,595 miles (+6,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    81,595 miles
    Test number
    387341752530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass75,325 miles (+6,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    567411528238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced rust hole front of rad bracket. (6.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass68,644 miles (+5,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    982163053135
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both holed not excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass62,901 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,901 miles
    Test number
    687093825981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,683 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,683 miles
    Test number
    839457367172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,682 miles (+2,268)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,682 miles
    Test number
    269652108834
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light lense (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,414 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,414 miles
    Test number
    644468092461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,652 miles (+2,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,652 miles
    Test number
    417648305145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass50,227 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    368269204077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,842 miles
    Test number
    685762052353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail44,840 miles (+6,817)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,840 miles
    Test number
    837032052314
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,023 miles (+5,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,023 miles
    Test number
    277886802022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,764 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,764 miles
    Test number
    277506801026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,196 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,196 miles
    Test number
    132571220018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,680 miles
    Test number
    991326419046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,680 miles (+3,110)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,680 miles
    Test number
    664006119009
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Pass21,570 miles (+3,699)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,570 miles
    Test number
    322966418005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,871 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    292113417091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    14,602 miles
    Test number
    284238216022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NFL

Does LA51 NFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 NFL is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NFL?
The MOT on LA51 NFL is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 NFL done?
LA51 NFL was recorded at 97,037 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 4,112 miles a year.
Has LA51 NFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NFL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 NFL 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 LA51 NFL find?
LA51 NFL passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing slight play.

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