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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,499 cc

LF52 EFMMOT history

LF52 EFM is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 5 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2022.

LF52 EFM white Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2022
Mileage
115,952 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 EFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 EFM was last recorded at 115,952 miles on 10 Jan 2022, 1,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,896 miles · 13 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,056 miles
Average per year
3,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,952 miles
  • 2021 – 114,896 miles
  • 2020 – 113,789 miles
  • 2019 – 112,436 miles
  • 2018 – 110,818 miles
  • 2017 – 109,268 miles
  • 2016 – 107,369 miles
  • 2015 – 105,485 miles
  • 2014 – 103,357 miles
  • 2013 – 100,730 miles
  • 2012 – 97,703 miles
  • 2011 – 95,561 miles
  • 2010 – 93,069 miles
  • 2009 – 91,447 miles
  • 2008 – 84,371 miles
  • 2007 – 72,189 miles
  • 2006 – 62,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,952 miles
  • DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm both (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens damaged borderline pass

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • General underbody corrosion but not holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front tyre outer side wall has a deep cut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Play in all steering idler arms borderline pass

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,952 miles (+1,056)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,952 miles
    Test number
    970786774742
    • DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm both (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass114,896 miles (+1,107)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,896 miles
    Test number
    199707578256
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp secured with tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBolt on body corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around body mount points
    • AdvisoryGenrall suspension bushes staring to perish

  3. Pass113,789 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,789 miles
    Test number
    902994248560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail113,768 miles (+1,332)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,768 miles
    Test number
    493088717537
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine stoped end of test (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted both sides (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached falling out (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nr tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity tape (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity tape (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass112,436 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,436 miles
    Test number
    659369351539
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens damaged borderline pass (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion but not holed

  6. Fail112,432 miles (+1,614)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,432 miles
    Test number
    584915265102
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch /crossmember around body mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch/front crossmember around body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens damaged borderline pass (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion but not holed

  7. Pass110,818 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,818 miles
    Test number
    107597269671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall has a deep cut
    • AdvisoryPlay in all steering idler arms borderline pass

  8. Fail110,815 miles (+1,547)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,815 miles
    Test number
    664933568729
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear spring mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall has a deep cut
    • AdvisoryPlay in all steering idler arms borderline pass

  9. Pass109,268 miles (+1,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,268 miles
    Test number
    901833639682
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger snapped

  10. Pass107,369 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,369 miles
    Test number
    956816780925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,367 miles (+1,882)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,367 miles
    Test number
    987622318071
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

  12. Pass105,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    599006315048
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail105,485 miles (+2,128)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    687356715057
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass103,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    103,357 miles
    Test number
    328253144013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,357 miles (+2,627)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,357 miles
    Test number
    949252444070
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  16. Pass100,730 miles (+60)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,730 miles
    Test number
    396672923069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  17. Fail100,670 miles (+2,967)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,670 miles
    Test number
    598998813000
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  18. Pass97,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    159241532020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail97,703 miles (+2,142)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    565197222043
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass95,561 miles (+26)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,561 miles
    Test number
    959336441075
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBrake pipes heavily greased
    • NoteNear side front indicator lense damaged

  21. Fail95,535 miles (+2,466)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,535 miles
    Test number
    357261141006
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBrake pipes heavily greased
    • NoteNear side front indicator lense damaged

  22. Pass93,069 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,069 miles
    Test number
    541616540035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,447 miles (+7,076)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,447 miles
    Test number
    184857629495
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  24. Pass84,371 miles (+12,182)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    84,371 miles
    Test number
    814671728097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,189 miles (+9,563)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,189 miles
    Test number
    970423607194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,626 miles
    Test number
    263321846243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,626 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,626 miles
    Test number
    373501846461
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LF52 EFM

Does LF52 EFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 EFM expired on 12 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 EFM?
The MOT on LF52 EFM expired on 12 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 EFM done?
LF52 EFM was recorded at 115,952 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2022, an average of 3,470 miles a year.
Has LF52 EFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 EFM has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 EFM 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 LF52 EFM find?
LF52 EFM failed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2022 with 2 dangerous defects and 8 major defects: front steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm both; nearside rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 7 more.

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