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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,499 cc

T421 STEMOT history

T421 STE is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 30 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 175,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
175,348 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 STE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 STE was last recorded at 175,348 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 4,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,114 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,234 miles
Average per year
6,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,348 miles
  • 2024 – 171,114 miles
  • 2023 – 167,488 miles
  • 2022 – 157,507 miles
  • 2016 – 157,478 miles
  • 2014 – 150,028 miles
  • 2013 – 133,973 miles
  • 2012 – 112,500 miles
  • 2011 – 92,241 miles
  • 2009 – 84,642 miles
  • 2008 – 75,035 miles
  • 2007 – 66,570 miles
  • 2006 – 56,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,348 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis front to rear , repairs covered in underseal. (6.1.1 (d) (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,348 miles (+4,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    175,348 miles
    Test number
    949937459672
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis front to rear , repairs covered in underseal. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Pass171,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    171,114 miles
    Test number
    375827990903
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail171,114 miles (+3,626)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,114 miles
    Test number
    911034609636
    • DangerousNearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass167,488 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,488 miles
    Test number
    581361452494
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to pick up body floor and associated frame work
    • 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))

  5. Fail167,438 miles (+9,931)2 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,438 miles
    Test number
    103598510141
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass157,507 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,507 miles
    Test number
    731279663220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass157,478 miles (+7,450)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    157,478 miles
    Test number
    709613978206
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  8. Pass150,028 miles (+16,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    150,028 miles
    Test number
    638938534214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass133,973 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    133,973 miles
    Test number
    156130523215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,655 miles (+21,155)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,655 miles
    Test number
    499653513270
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass112,500 miles (+835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,500 miles
    Test number
    245197442486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail111,665 miles (+19,424)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    448296232110
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass92,241 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,241 miles
    Test number
    847012011020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail92,241 miles (+7,599)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,241 miles
    Test number
    307785701019
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,642 miles (+111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    84,642 miles
    Test number
    411655249452
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre shoulders worn

  16. Fail84,531 miles (+9,496)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,531 miles
    Test number
    512371049347
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre shoulders worn

  17. Pass75,035 miles (+8,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    174444778295
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass66,570 miles (+10,359)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    112585687287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,211 miles
    Test number
    391985986473
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T421 STE

Does T421 STE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T421 STE is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T421 STE?
The MOT on T421 STE is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T421 STE done?
T421 STE was recorded at 175,348 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 6,260 miles a year.
Has T421 STE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 STE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T421 STE 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 T421 STE find?
T421 STE passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis front to rear , repairs covered in underseal..

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