2017 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · SR66 AAZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the maintenance trend showing signs of stabilisation following a period of concern. The most recent test in November 2025 at 65,383 miles passed with only a minor defect regarding a failed high-level brake light. This follows two consecutive clean passes in December 2024 and April 2024, indicating that the significant mechanical issues identified in late 2023 have been addressed by the previous owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,265 miles per year. There was a steady accumulation of 2,882 miles between April 2024 and December 2024, and another 1,103 miles between December 2024 and November 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not been left to sit stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the health of rubber components, seals, and the braking system. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension and wheel geometry. The December 2023 failure revealed a serious fluid leak on the offside front shock absorber and uneven wear on both nearside and offside front tyres. While these were rectified, the internal edge wear on the tyres often indicates an alignment issue or worn ball joints. The buyer must verify that the current shocks show no signs of weeping and that the tyres wear evenly across the tread. The 2023 failure for an inoperative engine management indication light (MIL) suggests a past electrical or sensor fault that required attention. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests without further issues, a diagnostic scan during a physical inspection is advisable to ensure no stored fault codes remain in the engine control unit that could indicate underlying sensor failures or emissions issues.