2006 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · AX55 AXD
2006 Ford Ranger (2.5L, diesel). First registered 25 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 149,138 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- FORD RANGER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,138 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AX55 AXD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
- 149,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AX55 AXD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ford Ranger (AX55 AXD) between April 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))”; “Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))”; “Front Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))”.
AX55 AXD Mileage History
- 30/04/2024142,309 mi
- 19/05/2025146,662 mi+4,353 mi
- 21/05/2025146,664 mi+2 mi
- 29/05/2026149,135 mi+2,471 mi
- 01/06/2026149,138 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 3,275 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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