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Ford Ranger

Black and Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,499 cc

LX53 VSPMOT history

LX53 VSP is a black and silver diesel Ford Ranger first used on 10 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2022.

LX53 VSP black Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
110,939 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VSP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Black and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 VSP was last recorded at 110,939 miles on 13 Apr 2022, 4,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,278 miles · 26 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,661 miles
Average per year
5,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,939 miles
  • 2020 – 106,278 miles
  • 2019 – 103,775 miles
  • 2018 – 100,721 miles
  • 2017 – 97,572 miles
  • 2016 – 94,028 miles
  • 2015 – 89,905 miles
  • 2014 – 86,900 miles
  • 2013 – 83,098 miles
  • 2012 – 78,616 miles
  • 2011 – 73,100 miles
  • 2010 – 66,062 miles
  • 2009 – 57,510 miles
  • 2007 – 35,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,939 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,939 miles (+4,661)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,939 miles
    Test number
    655475606338
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Pass106,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,278 miles
    Test number
    555817573295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail106,278 miles (+2,503)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,278 miles
    Test number
    764945250800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,775 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    103,775 miles
    Test number
    160144499938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper hole covered with tape
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both rear wings
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion

  5. Fail103,775 miles (+3,054)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,775 miles
    Test number
    977362852928
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass100,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,721 miles
    Test number
    738573768648
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail100,721 miles (+3,149)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,721 miles
    Test number
    402611185187
    • Repaired at testTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,572 miles
    Test number
    544578160525
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Fail97,572 miles (+3,544)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,572 miles
    Test number
    163585277147
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass94,028 miles (+4,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,028 miles
    Test number
    182367066696
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes showing slight rusting (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass89,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    347938885199
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail89,905 miles (+3,005)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    565058985113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail86,900 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,900 miles
    Test number
    519223914220
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass86,900 miles (+3,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,900 miles
    Test number
    659833914240
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass83,098 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,098 miles
    Test number
    245904513245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,616 miles (+5,516)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    385787602224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,100 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    777783101292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass73,100 miles (+7,038)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    779383101296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,062 miles (+8,552)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    123730010243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding slightly

  20. Fail57,510 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,510 miles
    Test number
    543805819274
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass57,510 miles (+21,903)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,510 miles
    Test number
    814125519273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,607 miles
    Test number
    880852107104
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LX53 VSP

Does LX53 VSP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 VSP expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VSP?
The MOT on LX53 VSP expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 VSP done?
LX53 VSP was recorded at 110,939 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2022, an average of 5,021 miles a year.
Has LX53 VSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VSP has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LX53 VSP 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 LX53 VSP find?
LX53 VSP passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2022 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 3 more.

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