Ford logo

Ford Ranger

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,499 cc

X78 VPBMOT history

X78 VPB is a silver diesel Ford Ranger first used on 25 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 158,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2022.

X78 VPB silver Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2023
Mileage
158,683 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2022
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,603 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X78 VPB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X78 VPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 VPB was last recorded at 158,683 miles on 16 Nov 2022, 5,895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2018: 135,031 miles, lower than 135,825 miles on 27 Jun 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,788 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,895 miles
Average per year
6,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,683 miles
  • 2021 – 152,788 miles
  • 2020 – 145,867 miles
  • 2019 – 139,536 miles
  • 2018 – 135,031 miles
  • 2017 – 132,138 miles
  • 2016 – 124,896 miles
  • 2015 – 118,470 miles
  • 2014 – 113,400 miles
  • 2013 – 107,014 miles
  • 2012 – 96,195 miles
  • 2011 – 90,011 miles
  • 2010 – 79,734 miles
  • 2008 – 74,276 miles
  • 2007 – 58,709 miles
  • 2006 – 47,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,683 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,683 miles
    Test number
    752771815555
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail158,683 miles (+5,895)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,683 miles
    Test number
    797565802980
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass152,788 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    152,788 miles
    Test number
    309568280582
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember heavy corrosion near spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail152,788 miles (+6,921)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,788 miles
    Test number
    713018099789
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember heavy corrosion near spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass145,867 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,867 miles
    Test number
    608953693340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,861 miles (+6,325)3 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,861 miles
    Test number
    368722806893
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Intermediate drop arm insecure excess play in ball end (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass139,536 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,536 miles
    Test number
    441855272516
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail139,533 miles (+4,502)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,533 miles
    Test number
    554132729013
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear of last silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,031 miles (-794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    135,031 miles
    Test number
    955459521085
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail135,825 miles (+3,687)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,825 miles
    Test number
    275960428298
    • DangerousCentral Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass132,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    132,138 miles
    Test number
    284292278992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has water ingress.

  12. Fail132,138 miles (+7,242)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,138 miles
    Test number
    694919282950
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has water ingress.

  13. Pass124,896 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,896 miles
    Test number
    496028797895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,890 miles (+6,420)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,890 miles
    Test number
    143250021963
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bracing section (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bracing section (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass118,470 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    508797795159
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail118,470 miles (+5,070)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    956907395146
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass113,400 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,400 miles
    Test number
    839958814207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,394 miles (+6,380)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,394 miles
    Test number
    506646914234
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass107,014 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    107,014 miles
    Test number
    475344723290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Fail107,008 miles (+5,236)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    586089913214
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass101,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    101,772 miles
    Test number
    117835913488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail101,767 miles (+5,572)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,767 miles
    Test number
    456495313080
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass96,195 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    119432312444
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre brake light has been covered by black tape.
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer mounting strap is deteriorated.
    • NoteHeadlight beam reflectors fitted.
    • NoteNearside rear lamp has been repaired by tape.
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on edges.
    • NoteTemporary type of locking fuel type fitted.

  24. Fail96,195 miles (+6,184)5 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    296864002023
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer mounting strap is deteriorated.
    • NoteHeadlight beam reflectors fitted.
    • NoteNearside rear lamp has been repaired by tape.
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on edges.
    • NoteTemporary type of locking fuel type fitted.

  25. Pass90,011 miles (+10,277)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,011 miles
    Test number
    287636501008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,734 miles (+5,458)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    79,734 miles
    Test number
    881497200049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    74,276 miles
    Test number
    954085628382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail74,276 miles (+4,903)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,276 miles
    Test number
    802414128347
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass69,373 miles (+10,664)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    69,373 miles
    Test number
    973369078075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass58,709 miles (+11,116)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,709 miles
    Test number
    821579457053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,593 miles
    Test number
    830699216006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 VPB

Does X78 VPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 VPB expired on 15 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 VPB?
The MOT on X78 VPB expired on 15 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 VPB done?
X78 VPB was recorded at 158,683 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2022, an average of 6,603 miles a year.
Has X78 VPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 VPB has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X78 VPB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X78 VPB find?
X78 VPB passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge.

Related registrations

Browse all X78 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.