2006 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · 5705 ML

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural integrity. In the most recent test on 18 March 2026 at 144,090 miles, the tester flagged the chassis, steering, suspension, driveline components, and most fixings as being badly corroding. This represents a regression from the March 2025 test where these same areas were noted as corroding, indicating that the rate of oxidation is accelerating as the vehicle ages. The mileage pattern is unusual but consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. However, there is a significant data gap in the records between 24 March 2022 at 43,867 miles and 29 March 2023 at 142,086 miles. During this one-year period, the vehicle covered nearly 100,000 miles. This extreme burst of usage likely explains the rapid wear on components and the transition into the current corrosion issues seen in subsequent annual tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody to assess the depth of the structural rust. The progression from "corroding" to "badly corroding" suggests that the integrity of the frame andion mounting points may be compromised. Additionally, the history of service brake binding noted in 2023 and the age-related perishing of all four tyres in 2024 indicate that rubber components and" artwork require immediate attention to prevent mechanical failure or poor handling.