2009 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · AD59 OGL

The 2009 Ford Ranger presents a stable and recently improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 9 December 2025 at 104,145 miles passed with zero defects, a clean sweep that suggests a thorough pre-test preparation or recent remedial work. This follows a pattern of resolving issues rather than a worsening mechanical decline. The vehicle appears to be in sound overall roadworthiness at the point of its latest inspection. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,126 miles per year, which is typical for a working pickup of this age. The record shows a jump of approximately 4,900 miles between the December 2023 test at 94,932 miles and the December 2024 test at 99,803 miles, then a further 4,342 miles to the December 2025 pass at 104,145 miles. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged standing. The annual mileage is consistent, indicating regular use rather than neglect through inactivity. The December 2024 failure is the most technically significant entry. Exhaust emissions failed because smoke levels significantly exceeded the specified limit values, a condition typically linked to worn piston rings, valve stem seals, turbocharger oil ingestion, or a clogged DPF. The fact that this defect does not appear in the 2025 pass suggests the issue was addressed, but a buyer should verify whether the repair involved a DPF clean, injector replacement, or more substantive engine work. A compression test and a cold-start smoke check are advisable before purchase. The December 2023 failure flagged a split nearside inner CV boot, a worn nearside front tyre, and cross-contamination between the reversing lamp and rear fog lamp circuitry. These are all consumable or minor electrical items, yet their simultaneous appearance hints at a period of deferred basic upkeep. The tyre wear pattern described as wearing more around the outsides points to possible tracking misalignment or underinflation over time. A buyer should inspect all four tyres for uneven wear, check CV boots for fresh grease or splits, and test every lamp function. Given the vehicle's age and working-ranger provenance, a thorough underside inspection for corrosion, suspension bush wear, and brake condition is strongly recommended.