2004 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · EF04 AFE

The Ford Ranger presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness status supported by a stable and unblemished maintenance trend. In the most recent test conducted on 2025-08-21 at 155,418 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This pristine outcome mirrors the preceding tests on 2024-08-08 at 153,834 miles, 2023-08-10 at 149,818 miles, and 2002-07-02 at 146,112 miles, all of which also resulted in clean passes without a single advisory. Such a sequence indicates attentive ownership and proactive upkeep, completely devoid of the recurring mechanical failures or deteriorating components typically found in utility vehicles of this age. The recorded mileage of 155,418 miles over its twenty-two-year lifespan averages out to approximately 7,064 miles annually, representing entirely typical wear for a commercial pickup. The annual distance accumulation remains remarkably consistent across the four-year record, showing steady increments of roughly 3,500 to 4,000 miles between yearly summer tests. This regular usage pattern confirms the vehicle has remained in active service without experiencing prolonged periods of stagnant storage, which helps prevent seized mechanical linkages and battery degradation. Despite the flawless MOT history, a physical inspection must prioritize the underlying chassis and drivetrain components inherent to the Ford Ranger platform. Commercial vehicles of this vintage frequently suffer from chassis corrosion, particularly around the rear leaf spring hangers and crossmembers, making a thorough probe of the structural integrity essential. Buyers should also inspect the heavy-duty suspension bushes, leaf springs, and four-wheel-drive system for signs of age-related perishing or heavy load fatigue that escape visual checks during a standard emissions and safety test.