2018 Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel · AO18 ACX

The April 2026 MOT at 161,473 miles passed, but the tester recorded several advisories that reveal a worsening maintenance pattern. The recurring deterioration of the constant‑velocity boot and suspension arm dust covers, together with tyres worn close to the legal limit, indicates that previous owners have not replaced these components promptly. The vehicle’s mileage has risen sharply since 2023: from 123,572 miles in April 2023 to 144,020 miles in April 2024 (a gain of 20,448 miles in one year), then to 154,820 miles in April 2025 (10,800 miles) and finally to 161,473 miles in April 2026 (6,653 miles). This rapid accumulation, combined with the high annual average of about 20,184 miles, suggests intensive use and accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical parts. A buyer should therefore inspect the front drive‑shaft constant‑velocity boot for cracks or grease leakage, examine the ball‑joint dust covers on both front suspension arms for damage, and check for play in the suspension joints. The front brake discs, noted as worn and pitted in the 2022 test, merit close scrutiny for scoring or thinning, as do the tyre treads, which have repeatedly approached the legal limit. Any evidence of structural rust around the suspension mounting points or chassis should also be verified before purchase.