Based on 2,745 MOT tests from 403 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore. The figures below describe that VehicleScore sample. Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are not a claim that every FORD RANGER has the same fault.
FORD RANGER's have a slightly over average reliability rating of 588/999. The score was calculated from the average of every FORD RANGER that has had a registered MOT.
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| Fuel Type | Year | Reliability Score | Avg Mileage | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | 859/999Excellent | 77,432 miles | 4,930 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 814/999Excellent | 76,828 miles | 7,884 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 735/999Very good | 76,501 miles | 7,049 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 710/999Very good | 76,619 miles | 7,974 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 594/999Above average | 80,883 miles | 3,213 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 461/999Average | 80,552 miles | 1,327 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 446/999Average | 82,995 miles | 2,624 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 422/999Average | 89,058 miles | 1,679 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 418/999Average | 85,295 miles | 2,771 vehicles |
| N/A | N/A | 418/999Average | 84,226 miles | 3,136 vehicles |
Based on 2,745 MOT tests from 403 vehicles analysed by VehicleScore.
Vehicles
403
MOT tests
2,745
Pass rate
77.3%
Median mileage
80,921 mi
Recurring issues seen in VehicleScore MOT data are inspection findings from this sample. They are not a statement that every FORD RANGER has the same fault. The median VehicleScore in this sample is 805 out of 999.
These groups combine equivalent MOT comments, such as the same tyre note on different corners. Counts are comment occurrences in the sample, not a percentage of cars.
VehicleScore MOT data includes 338 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record tyres that were worn, damaged, or close to the legal tread depth when the car was inspected.
What to inspect
Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT/WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (E))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 126 advisory comments and 18 failure comments in this group. Seen as both an advisory and a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record brake pads that were worn or below the inspection limit.
What to inspect
Ask for recent pad replacement and look at the remaining pad thickness.
Example MOT wording: FRONT BRAKE PAD(S) WEARING THIN (1.1.13 (A) (II))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 74 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record an oil leak noted by the tester. Shock absorber misting is counted as a damper issue, not as an engine oil leak.
What to inspect
Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Example MOT wording: OIL LEAK, BUT NOT EXCESSIVE (8.4.1 (A) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 73 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record coil springs that were corroded, fractured, or otherwise defective. They are counted separately from shock absorbers.
What to inspect
Look for a broken or heavily corroded spring and compare the ride height on both sides.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED OR BROKEN (5.3.1 (B) (I))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 57 failure comments in this group. Seen mainly as a failure reason. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a lamp or bulb other than a headlamp or indicator.
What to inspect
Switch on the side, brake, fog, and number-plate lamps.
Example MOT wording: ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LAMP INDICATES AN ABS FAULT (1.6 (B))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 50 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record a number plate that was deteriorated, insecure, or did not meet the plate rules.
What to inspect
Check both plates are secure, clean, and clearly readable.
Example MOT wording: FRONT REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED BUT NOT LIKELY TO BE MISREAD (0.1 (B))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 37 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record brake discs that were worn, scored, pitted, or corroded.
What to inspect
Look at the disc faces for deep scoring, a lip at the edge, and corrosion.
Example MOT wording: FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN, PITTED OR SCORED, BUT NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED (1.1.14 (A) (II))
VehicleScore MOT data includes 27 advisory comments in this group. Seen mainly as an advisory. These are comment occurrences, not a share of all cars.
These MOT comments record corrosion the tester could see on the body or structure. Corrosion already named on a spring, brake, or other component is counted with that component.
What to inspect
Inspect the underside, sills, and subframe for heavy corrosion, especially where an advisory mentions it.
Example MOT wording: OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CORRODED, COVERED IN GREASE OR OTHER MATERIAL (1.1.11 (C))
A model year is only commented on when VehicleScore has at least 5 vehicles from that year.
| Year | Vehicles | MOT tests | Pass rate | Recurring issues seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 | 0 | — | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2025 | 21 | 0 | — | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2024 | 14 | 0 | — | No recurring grouped MOT issue in this year sample |
| 2023 | 31 | 26 | 100% | Tyre wear |
| 2022 | 45 | 94 | 87.2% | Tyre wear, Ball joint wear |
| 2021 | 30 | 116 | 77.6% | Tyre wear, Coil spring issues |
| 2020 | 27 | 112 | 88.4% | Tyre wear, Ball joint wear |
| 2019 | 29 | 158 | 84.8% | Coil spring issues, Brake pad wear |
| 2018 | 26 | 179 | 79.3% | Tyre wear, Brake pad wear |
| 2017 | 30 | 239 | 81.2% | Tyre wear, Brake pad wear |
| 2016 | 31 | 280 | 81.1% | Tyre wear, Brake pad wear |
| 2015 | 14 | 145 | 73.8% | Tyre wear, Brake disc wear |
| 2014 | 12 | 131 | 79.4% | Tyre wear, Brake pad wear |
| 2013 | 7 | 78 | 76.9% | Tyre wear, Oil leak |
| 2012 | 9 | 105 | 83.8% | Corrosion, Oil leak |
| 2007 | 11 | 220 | 72.3% | Shock absorber issues, Brake pad wear |
| 2006 | 7 | 150 | 74% | Corrosion, Oil leak |
| 2004 | 6 | 143 | 72% | Corrosion, Tyre wear |
This is an inspection checklist based on MOT comments in the VehicleScore sample. It does not mean the car you are looking at has these defects.
Tyre wear. Check the tread depth and look for uneven wear, cracking, or damage on all four tyres.
Brake pad wear. Ask for recent pad replacement and look at the remaining pad thickness.
Oil leak. Look under the engine for fresh oil, and check the oil level.
Coil spring issues. Look for a broken or heavily corroded spring and compare the ride height on both sides.
Lamp and bulb faults. Switch on the side, brake, fog, and number-plate lamps.
Registration plate condition. Check both plates are secure, clean, and clearly readable.
Brake disc wear. Look at the disc faces for deep scoring, a lip at the edge, and corrosion.
Corrosion. Inspect the underside, sills, and subframe for heavy corrosion, especially where an advisory mentions it.
Common problems tell you what can affect FORD RANGERs generally. VehicleScore can check the history of the actual car you're considering.
VehicleScore analyses MOT histories from vehicles in its own dataset. Sample sizes vary by model, and a small sample is labelled as such. MOT data records roadworthiness and inspection defects. It does not capture every mechanical or electronic problem a car can have, and a comment on one test is not proof that the model has an inherent fault.