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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,499 cc

V53 FDLMOT history

V53 FDL is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 66,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
66,294 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 FDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 FDL was last recorded at 66,294 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,994 miles · 25 May 2024
Between the last two tests
300 miles
Average per year
1,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,294 miles
  • 2024 – 65,994 miles
  • 2023 – 64,249 miles
  • 2022 – 61,829 miles
  • 2021 – 58,748 miles
  • 2018 – 58,649 miles
  • 2017 – 58,406 miles
  • 2016 – 58,192 miles
  • 2015 – 57,342 miles
  • 2014 – 55,300 miles
  • 2013 – 52,933 miles
  • 2012 – 50,673 miles
  • 2011 – 48,303 miles
  • 2010 – 46,948 miles
  • 2009 – 44,579 miles
  • 2008 – 41,520 miles
  • 2007 – 38,849 miles
  • 2006 – 36,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,294 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively both alternator belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,294 miles (+300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,294 miles
    Test number
    360406033850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass65,994 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    258114680836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,249 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    508625766760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,829 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    61,829 miles
    Test number
    750241578164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,748 miles (+1)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    881688655713
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively both alternator belts (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor/edge of wheel arch tub area near subframe mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm ball joint dust cover deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat and belt not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake compensator stiff operation
    • AdvisorySmall corrosion holes in rear bed

  6. Fail58,747 miles (+98)9 major1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    888931990063
    • MajorNearside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively both alternator belts (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor/edge of arch tub area near subframe mounting both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm ball joint dust cover deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front water drops inside headlight lens
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeam of fuel tank corroded
    • AdvisorySmall corrosion holes in rear bed
    • AdvisoryBrake compensator stiff operation

  7. Pass58,649 miles (+243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,649 miles
    Test number
    160866278206
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass58,406 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,406 miles
    Test number
    958921150358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall also perished & cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail58,405 miles (+213)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,405 miles
    Test number
    940266240676
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit side wall also perished & cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass58,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    58,192 miles
    Test number
    708068759110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded innerwing (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail58,192 miles (+850)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,192 miles
    Test number
    764891897821
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded innerwing (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass57,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    247667695198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail57,342 miles (+2,042)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    288197495188
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass55,300 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    247215394405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,933 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    305776793166
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber splitting

  16. Fail52,933 miles (+2,260)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    208379683471
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber splitting

  17. Pass50,673 miles (+2,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,673 miles
    Test number
    565709802253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass48,303 miles (+1,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,303 miles
    Test number
    226408681410
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass46,948 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,948 miles
    Test number
    523371400296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail46,948 miles (+2,369)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,948 miles
    Test number
    683940800217
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass44,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    701221799187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,579 miles (+3,059)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    660640799119
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  23. Pass41,520 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,520 miles
    Test number
    870977198181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,849 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,849 miles
    Test number
    464173787111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,907 miles
    Test number
    714729896106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,907 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,907 miles
    Test number
    410446696138
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about V53 FDL

Does V53 FDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 FDL expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 FDL?
The MOT on V53 FDL expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 FDL done?
V53 FDL was recorded at 66,294 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 1,543 miles a year.
Has V53 FDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 FDL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on V53 FDL 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 V53 FDL find?
V53 FDL passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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