2009 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · AF09 VKD

The 2009 Ford Ranger presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 May 2025 at 130,841 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of four consecutive annual passes with zero advisories or failures. Mileage accumulation sits at a typical level for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,700 miles per year. The records show 95,312 miles at the 8 March 2022 test, rising to 105,326 by 20 March 2023, then 123,294 on 13 May 2024 and 130,841 by May 2025. The step from 2023 to 2024 shows the largest annual gain at nearly 18,000 miles, yet no test flagged wear on tyres, brakes, or suspension, which suggests the previous owner kept consumables within limits. The clean sheet across all four entries indicates a lack of neglected faults rather than patched repairs. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of chassis corrosion, suspension bushes, and brake discs given the Ranger's age and pick-up duty cycle. The MOT history records no structural or mechanical defects, but annual tests capture only roadside-visible condition at the time. Verify the underbody for rust around the rear crossmember and check the coil springs and damping for fatigue not yet severe enough to fail a test. Given four straight passes with no advisories, the vehicle shows signs of consistent basic upkeep rather than deferred maintenance. The absence of recurring items means no worsening pattern exists, though the 2024 mileage jump warrants a close look at drivetrain components such as the propshaft joints and differential during a pre-purchase examination.