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Ford Ranger

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,499 cc

LX52 SZEMOT history

LX52 SZE is a blue diesel Ford Ranger first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 162,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

LX52 SZE blue Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
162,791 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 SZE
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
11 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 SZE was last recorded at 162,791 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 2,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,674 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,117 miles
Average per year
6,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,791 miles
  • 2025 – 160,674 miles
  • 2024 – 158,746 miles
  • 2023 – 157,138 miles
  • 2022 – 155,677 miles
  • 2021 – 153,821 miles
  • 2020 – 152,269 miles
  • 2019 – 150,704 miles
  • 2018 – 149,213 miles
  • 2017 – 147,895 miles
  • 2016 – 146,467 miles
  • 2015 – 144,961 miles
  • 2014 – 142,472 miles
  • 2013 – 140,638 miles
  • 2012 – 133,609 miles
  • 2011 – 117,892 miles
  • 2009 – 98,530 miles
  • 2008 – 78,656 miles
  • 2007 – 42,282 miles
  • 2005 – 25,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,791 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,791 miles (+2,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    162,791 miles
    Test number
    459873594002
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass160,674 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    160,674 miles
    Test number
    484800366302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass158,746 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,746 miles
    Test number
    838549945113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,138 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,138 miles
    Test number
    165139159495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/75/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail157,132 miles (+7)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,132 miles
    Test number
    100960412416
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/75/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail157,125 miles (+1,448)2 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,125 miles
    Test number
    118158528221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting tub (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting tub (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount by spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass155,677 miles (+1,856)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    155,677 miles
    Test number
    696973348340
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass153,821 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,821 miles
    Test number
    336504693140
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail153,815 miles (+1,546)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,815 miles
    Test number
    398283744051
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested broken exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass152,269 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    152,269 miles
    Test number
    674988288895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass150,704 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    150,704 miles
    Test number
    393909498275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  12. Fail150,698 miles (+1,485)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,698 miles
    Test number
    349971526642
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass149,213 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    149,213 miles
    Test number
    413888017954
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail149,173 miles (+1,278)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,173 miles
    Test number
    411606167695
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass147,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    147,895 miles
    Test number
    989990156011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail147,890 miles (+1,423)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,890 miles
    Test number
    698476443290
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass146,467 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    146,467 miles
    Test number
    415212330122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding slightly

  18. Fail146,462 miles (+1,501)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,462 miles
    Test number
    696452431976
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding slightly

  19. Fail144,961 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,961 miles
    Test number
    117460135020
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • NoteN/s/r number plate light dim

  20. Pass144,961 miles (+2,489)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    144,961 miles
    Test number
    797740735094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • NoteN/s/r number plate light dim

  21. Pass142,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    142,472 miles
    Test number
    837290024058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail142,466 miles (+1,828)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,466 miles
    Test number
    915470624073
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass140,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    140,638 miles
    Test number
    406814013003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail140,638 miles (+7,029)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,638 miles
    Test number
    175190213463
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass133,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    133,609 miles
    Test number
    707971522004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail133,609 miles (+15,717)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,609 miles
    Test number
    375698112019
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass117,892 miles (+19,362)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    117,892 miles
    Test number
    427942911089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail98,530 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,530 miles
    Test number
    472895559312
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust box clamp corroded away
    • NoteFront tyres worn outside edge

  29. Pass98,530 miles (+19,874)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    98,530 miles
    Test number
    491595459458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust box clamp corroded away
    • NoteFront tyres worn outside edge

  30. Pass78,656 miles (+18,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,656 miles
    Test number
    450915758417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass60,005 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    210514418011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  32. Fail59,958 miles (+17,676)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,958 miles
    Test number
    380629008026
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  33. Pass42,282 miles (+16,790)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    42,282 miles
    Test number
    922482807066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil level low

  34. Pass25,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,492 miles
    Test number
    970833285225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 SZE

Does LX52 SZE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 SZE is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 SZE?
The MOT on LX52 SZE is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 SZE done?
LX52 SZE was recorded at 162,791 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 6,730 miles a year.
Has LX52 SZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 SZE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 SZE 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 LX52 SZE find?
LX52 SZE passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: central front lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support.

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