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Ford Ranger

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,499 cc

LR53 YTZMOT history

LR53 YTZ is a blue diesel Ford Ranger first used on 6 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 139,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LR53 YTZ blue Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
139,627 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 YTZ was last recorded at 139,627 miles on 6 May 2026, 1,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,265 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,362 miles
Average per year
5,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,627 miles
  • 2024 – 138,265 miles
  • 2023 – 131,916 miles
  • 2022 – 128,619 miles
  • 2021 – 123,430 miles
  • 2020 – 116,161 miles
  • 2019 – 106,668 miles
  • 2018 – 106,148 miles
  • 2017 – 101,914 miles
  • 2016 – 99,023 miles
  • 2015 – 95,012 miles
  • 2014 – 92,059 miles
  • 2013 – 92,050 miles
  • 2012 – 86,110 miles
  • 2011 – 81,460 miles
  • 2010 – 65,728 miles
  • 2009 – 52,041 miles
  • 2007 – 30,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,627 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s both sides (5.1.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,627 miles (+1,362)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    139,627 miles
    Test number
    128951738806
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,265 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,265 miles
    Test number
    246257942944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,257 miles (+6,341)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,257 miles
    Test number
    478674677642
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded around pressure valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,916 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    131,916 miles
    Test number
    111307525999
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail131,895 miles (+3,276)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,895 miles
    Test number
    958243050198
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass128,619 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    284309630308
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail128,619 miles (+5,189)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    511173926083
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass123,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,430 miles
    Test number
    796613621663
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage components

  9. Fail123,430 miles (+7,269)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,430 miles
    Test number
    552285310977
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage components

  10. Pass116,161 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,161 miles
    Test number
    419369700687
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material unable to check brake pipes due to underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Intermediate drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in unprotected areas unable to check system fully due to underseal
    • AdvisorySpare wheel tyre deflated
    • AdvisoryUnable to check underside vehicle fully due to thick underseal

  11. Fail116,157 miles (+9,489)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    108426650857
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached loose at bottom (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction items on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material unable to check brake pipes due to underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Intermediate drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded in unprotected areas unable to check system fully due to underseal
    • AdvisorySpare wheel tyre deflated
    • AdvisoryUnable to check underside vehicle fully due to thick underseal

  12. Pass106,668 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,668 miles
    Test number
    857037439651
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring out of alignment
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  13. Fail106,665 miles (+517)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,665 miles
    Test number
    996262774477
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring out of alignment
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  14. Pass106,148 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,148 miles
    Test number
    175841680879
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside extremely muddy
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Fail106,148 miles (+4,234)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,148 miles
    Test number
    720850014874
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside extremely muddy
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  16. Pass101,914 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,914 miles
    Test number
    932194354527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,911 miles (+2,888)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,911 miles
    Test number
    171990562419
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket snapped
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Pass99,023 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,023 miles
    Test number
    507531542437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,012 miles (+2,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,012 miles
    Test number
    666669395163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass92,059 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,059 miles
    Test number
    986606404236
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  21. Pass92,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    668144503232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,050 miles (+5,940)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    856394303249
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass86,110 miles (+4,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,110 miles
    Test number
    937953092180
    • 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)

  24. Pass81,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    599727501245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,460 miles (+1,669)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    375163001297
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads are low

  26. Pass79,791 miles (+14,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    555941231021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  27. Pass65,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,728 miles
    Test number
    463452420053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,728 miles (+13,687)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,728 miles
    Test number
    794622420004
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass52,041 miles (+21,160)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,041 miles
    Test number
    763760029086
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  30. Pass30,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    180777937489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 YTZ

Does LR53 YTZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 YTZ is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YTZ?
The MOT on LR53 YTZ is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 YTZ done?
LR53 YTZ was recorded at 139,627 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 5,651 miles a year.
Has LR53 YTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YTZ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 YTZ 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 LR53 YTZ find?
LR53 YTZ passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s both sides; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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