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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,499 cc

T3 DCAMOT history

T3 DCA is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 13 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 183,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
183,089 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 DCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 DCA was last recorded at 183,089 miles on 11 May 2026, 6,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,920 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,169 miles
Average per year
7,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,089 miles
  • 2025 – 176,920 miles
  • 2024 – 170,423 miles
  • 2023 – 164,359 miles
  • 2022 – 156,419 miles
  • 2021 – 149,950 miles
  • 2020 – 143,182 miles
  • 2019 – 135,682 miles
  • 2018 – 128,532 miles
  • 2017 – 121,101 miles
  • 2016 – 114,852 miles
  • 2014 – 105,018 miles
  • 2013 – 98,513 miles
  • 2012 – 92,531 miles
  • 2011 – 90,601 miles
  • 2010 – 87,492 miles
  • 2009 – 79,539 miles
  • 2008 – 67,634 miles
  • 2007 – 53,810 miles
  • 2006 – 39,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,089 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryService Brake Reserve travel high

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.

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both number plate lights dim

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both rear number plate lights dim

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,089 miles (+6,169)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    183,089 miles
    Test number
    839637649672
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryService Brake Reserve travel high

  2. Pass176,920 miles (+6,497)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    176,920 miles
    Test number
    448876375675
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,423 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    170,423 miles
    Test number
    484121641928
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective strap (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail170,423 miles (+6,064)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,423 miles
    Test number
    379215141586
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective strap (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass164,359 miles6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,359 miles
    Test number
    597209614241
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim

  6. Fail164,359 miles (+7,940)7 major6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,359 miles
    Test number
    290610910488
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim

  7. Pass156,419 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,419 miles
    Test number
    947653795531
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail156,419 miles (+6,469)2 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,419 miles
    Test number
    669389303247
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured drop link snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,950 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,950 miles
    Test number
    451120549638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper torn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount breaking
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use

  10. Fail149,950 miles (+6,768)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,950 miles
    Test number
    972326429378
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spare wheel cradle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spare wheel cradle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper torn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount breaking
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use

  11. Pass143,182 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,182 miles
    Test number
    382101451980
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  12. Fail143,178 miles (+7,496)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,178 miles
    Test number
    236698449261
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 60% offside behind (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  13. Pass135,682 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,682 miles
    Test number
    743827712755
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use

  14. Fail135,682 miles (+7,150)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,682 miles
    Test number
    728096577553
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use

  15. Pass128,532 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    128,532 miles
    Test number
    731347921825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  16. Fail128,508 miles (+7,407)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,508 miles
    Test number
    556384690671
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported Mount corroded through (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Pass121,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    411887740994
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting broken

  18. Fail121,101 miles (+6,249)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    637260777030
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting broken

  19. Pass114,852 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,852 miles
    Test number
    847937639972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lights dim

  20. Fail114,850 miles (+9,832)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,850 miles
    Test number
    585759238675
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear number plate lights dim

  21. Pass105,018 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,018 miles
    Test number
    368754824454
    • NoteTrim missing passenger side front wheel arch.

  22. Fail105,012 miles (+6,499)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,012 miles
    Test number
    367691624406
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteTrim missing passenger side front wheel arch.

  23. Pass98,513 miles (+5,982)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    98,513 miles
    Test number
    275394223267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer mounting has temporary repair but is adiquately supported.
    • NoteStaining on fuel tank.

  24. Pass92,531 miles (+1,930)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,531 miles
    Test number
    275642922243
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount needs attention
    • NoteRear axle oil leak
    • NoteRear shock absorber covers corroded

  25. Pass90,601 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    875259271239
    • NoteCentre exhaust retaining bracket needs attention
    • NoteRear shock absorbers covers slightly corroded

  26. Fail90,601 miles (+3,109)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    936269971266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust retaining bracket needs attention
    • NoteRear shock absorbers covers slightly corroded

  27. Pass87,492 miles (+7,953)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,492 miles
    Test number
    300685480211
    • NoteCentre exhaust box mounting bracket needs attention

  28. Pass79,539 miles (+11,905)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    160595579243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass67,634 miles (+13,824)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    67,634 miles
    Test number
    784443588243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass53,810 miles (+14,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,810 miles
    Test number
    341395487200
    • NoteBrake master cyl level slightly low

  31. Pass39,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,284 miles
    Test number
    831476876208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T3 DCA

Does T3 DCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 DCA is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 DCA?
The MOT on T3 DCA is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 DCA done?
T3 DCA was recorded at 183,089 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 7,336 miles a year.
Has T3 DCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 DCA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T3 DCA 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 T3 DCA find?
T3 DCA passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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