2021 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · FP21 JNN

The 2021 Ford Ranger currently holds a valid MOT passed on 22 July 2025 at 41,149 miles, but the maintenance trend is not reassuring. That pass came only after an initial failure on the same day at 41,148 miles for a fractured or broken offside front coil spring, a serious structural defect. The tester also flagged both rear tyres worn close to legal limits and worn on edges during that same test cycle. A coil spring failure on a vehicle of this age and mileage suggests either a manufacturing weakness or sustained exposure to harsh loads and poor surface conditions, and the fact it required a retest indicates the owner did not address the fault proactively before presenting the vehicle. Mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a five-year-old pickup, sitting at roughly 8,230 miles per year. The record shows a jump from 35,773 miles at the August 2024 test to 41,149 miles by July 2025, representing approximately 5,376 miles in just under eleven months. That is a moderate increase, not extreme, but enough to place meaningful wear on consumable components over a short window. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests is just under eleven months, which is reasonable given the annual testing requirement, though the sparse record limits deeper trend analysis. A buyer should inspect the front suspension carefully, particularly the offside coil spring that was replaced or repaired to pass the July 2025 test. Check for even ride height across both sides and listen for clunking or knocking over articulation, which could point to worn suspension bushes or a poorly seated replacement spring. The recurring advisory on both rear tyres being worn unevenly and close to the legal limit at the most recent test suggests possible alignment issues, worn dampers, or habitual overloading. Have the rear axle and suspension geometry assessed on a four-post ramp. The brake system and underbody structure deserve close attention too. A fractured coil spring on a pickup of this age raises questions about how the vehicle has been used. Inspect the chassis rails, cross-mountings, and subframes for corrosion or cracking, particularly if the truck has seen commercial or offroad use. Verify that the replacement spring is a matching specification part and that the front end sits level. A professional underbody inspection before purchase is strongly recommended.