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Ford Ranger

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,499 cc

X78 LELMOT history

X78 LEL is a red diesel Ford Ranger first used on 16 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

X78 LEL red Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
121,846 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 LEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 LEL was last recorded at 121,846 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,846 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,846 miles
  • 2024 – 118,047 miles
  • 2023 – 114,268 miles
  • 2022 – 110,166 miles
  • 2021 – 108,067 miles
  • 2020 – 104,602 miles
  • 2019 – 101,586 miles
  • 2018 – 99,154 miles
  • 2017 – 96,670 miles
  • 2016 – 89,024 miles
  • 2015 – 79,763 miles
  • 2014 – 74,662 miles
  • 2013 – 69,339 miles
  • 2012 – 62,956 miles
  • 2011 – 60,203 miles
  • 2010 – 56,110 miles
  • 2009 – 52,699 miles
  • 2008 – 45,801 miles
  • 2007 – 39,955 miles
  • 2006 – 38,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,846 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront body mountings corroded and holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded near comp valveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear +rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,846 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,846 miles
    Test number
    256980584818
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront body mountings corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded near comp valve

  2. Fail121,846 miles (+3,799)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,846 miles
    Test number
    214558091467
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not face the rear (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation rears (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront body mountings corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded near comp valve

  3. Pass118,047 miles (+24)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    974541831349
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded body mountings

  4. Fail118,023 miles (+3,755)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,023 miles
    Test number
    842932520601
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering shock top mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded body mountings
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s floor corroded body mounting

  5. Pass114,268 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,268 miles
    Test number
    919863107262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront body mounts corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread worn at the centre of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread worn at the centre of tread
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly grabbing
    • AdvisoryRear of chassis corroded

  6. Fail114,257 miles (+4,091)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,257 miles
    Test number
    976883459193
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative no movement from internal piston (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system union new brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront body mounts corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread worn at the centre of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread worn at the centre of tread
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly grabbing
    • AdvisoryRear of chassis corroded

  7. Pass110,166 miles (+2,099)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,166 miles
    Test number
    940899991536
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chalked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Idler Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass108,067 miles (+3,465)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,067 miles
    Test number
    558869508901
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired linkage arm stiff (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front part of front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floorpan corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryForward under radiator section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber covers deteriorated

  9. Pass104,602 miles (+3,016)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,602 miles
    Test number
    186677934528
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes (forward brake pipes) corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff linkage stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe on valve corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront offside+ nearside floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber covers deteriorated

  10. Pass101,586 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    398606575737
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear +rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryRear offside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers covers deteriorated

  11. Fail101,571 miles (+2,417)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,571 miles
    Test number
    854545538744
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear +rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryRear offside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers covers deteriorated

  12. Pass99,154 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,154 miles
    Test number
    452391780030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear +rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded near body mounts

  13. Fail99,146 miles (+2,476)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,146 miles
    Test number
    260970477925
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear +rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront floor pans corroded near body mounts

  14. Pass96,670 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,670 miles
    Test number
    996431071754
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boot gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  15. Fail96,670 miles (+7,646)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,670 miles
    Test number
    715404272482
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken on centre box (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure bolt snapped (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boot gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  16. Pass89,024 miles (+9,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,024 miles
    Test number
    672398607062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass79,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    565479146665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,763 miles (+5,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    447493349755
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam 472 (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass74,662 miles (+5,323)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,662 miles
    Test number
    936825324323
    • NoteNear side front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  20. Pass69,339 miles (+6,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    147921713360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass62,956 miles (+2,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,956 miles
    Test number
    265970802371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)

  22. Pass60,203 miles (+4,093)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,203 miles
    Test number
    477043811328
    • 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 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)
    • NoteOil leak gearbox area

  23. Pass56,110 miles (+3,411)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,110 miles
    Test number
    642393560259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust support in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake pipes starting to go rusty
    • NoteStone chip in screen

  24. Pass52,699 miles (+6,898)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,699 miles
    Test number
    652702279266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,801 miles (+5,846)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,801 miles
    Test number
    691425658224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,955 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,955 miles
    Test number
    742670777139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,395 miles
    Test number
    651635186153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 LEL

Does X78 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 LEL is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X78 LEL?
The MOT on X78 LEL is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X78 LEL done?
X78 LEL was recorded at 121,846 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 4,288 miles a year.
Has X78 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 LEL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X78 LEL 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 X78 LEL find?
X78 LEL passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play both; front body mountings corroded and holed; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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