2007 FORD RANGER2.5L DIESEL

The 2007 Ford Ranger passed its most recent MOT on 1 July 2026 at 143,251 miles, leaving it roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend across the last five tests. The July 2026 examiner noted a deteriorated front registration plate, slight defects on both headlamp lenses, and rusted near and offside front body mount areas. These are minor visual and corrosion issues rather than active mechanical failures. No test in the record shows a failure, which indicates the previous keeper addressed wear before each annual examination. Recorded mileage rose from 133,064 in June 2022 to 143,251 by July 2026, an increase of just over 10,000 miles across four years. That equates to roughly 2,500 miles per year, well below the 7,540 annual average for the vehicle's age. The low yearly use suggests extended standing periods, a pattern that often accelerates corrosion and allows rubber components to degrade without detection. The clean 2025 test at 140,810 miles followed a 2,129-mile year, confirming the light-use profile. Recurring steering faults demand a physical check. The tester flagged slight free play at the steering wheel in June 2023, then in July 2024 cited a worn steering box with free play at both the wheel and the idler. The 2026 pass dropped those advisories, implying renewal or adjustment occurred. A buyer should verify the steering box and idler for residual play and leaks. Front body mount rust from the latest test requires close inspection of the chassis legs and bulkhead for structural spread. The 2022 record showed noisy front wheel bearings and an offside anti-roll bar linkage damaged, plus light shock absorber misting. Confirm the bearings were replaced, examine the anti-roll bar bushes and drop links, and check all four shock absorbers for oil seepage before purchase.