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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,500 cc

LR08 VCJMOT history

LR08 VCJ is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 202,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

LR08 VCJ white Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
202,896 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VCJ was last recorded at 202,896 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 4,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,212 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,684 miles
Average per year
10,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,896 miles
  • 2025 – 198,212 miles
  • 2024 – 190,018 miles
  • 2023 – 182,976 miles
  • 2022 – 175,393 miles
  • 2021 – 162,156 miles
  • 2020 – 147,869 miles
  • 2019 – 131,915 miles
  • 2018 – 119,110 miles
  • 2017 – 110,079 miles
  • 2016 – 100,892 miles
  • 2015 – 90,758 miles
  • 2014 – 82,070 miles
  • 2013 – 69,259 miles
  • 2012 – 54,745 miles
  • 2011 – 40,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,896 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AND COMPENSATER PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced DOOR SILL (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,896 miles (+4,684)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    202,896 miles
    Test number
    363661996236
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AND COMPENSATER PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced DOOR SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass198,212 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    198,212 miles
    Test number
    938711824207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass190,018 miles (+7,042)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    190,018 miles
    Test number
    388867821739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass182,976 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    182,976 miles
    Test number
    235488410391
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail182,976 miles (+7,583)1 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,976 miles
    Test number
    550449871810
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass175,393 miles (+13,237)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    175,393 miles
    Test number
    445389282061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,156 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,156 miles
    Test number
    205694861137
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail162,154 miles (+14,285)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,154 miles
    Test number
    652794633670
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,869 miles (+15,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,869 miles
    Test number
    868137233717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass131,915 miles (+12,805)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,915 miles
    Test number
    246794420893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,110 miles (+9,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    119,110 miles
    Test number
    595669327143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass110,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,079 miles
    Test number
    392658481756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,079 miles (+9,187)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,079 miles
    Test number
    459394728836
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass100,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,892 miles
    Test number
    839913869411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,892 miles (+10,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,892 miles
    Test number
    416196988624
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass90,758 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,758 miles
    Test number
    189966435452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise cut to nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail90,758 miles (+8,688)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,758 miles
    Test number
    875376635019
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise cut to nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass82,070 miles (+12,811)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,070 miles
    Test number
    849738634053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,259 miles (+14,514)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,259 miles
    Test number
    278049703019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    977214422082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,745 miles (+14,125)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    847954522055
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  22. Pass40,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    475486041089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,620 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    517816741044
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LR08 VCJ

Does LR08 VCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VCJ is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VCJ?
The MOT on LR08 VCJ is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 VCJ done?
LR08 VCJ was recorded at 202,896 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 10,745 miles a year.
Has LR08 VCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VCJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 VCJ 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 LR08 VCJ find?
LR08 VCJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 2 more.

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