2016 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · HC52 WAR

This 2016 Ford Ranger presents a notably clean DVSA roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 12 April 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded. Across the five tests documented in the history, four are clean passes with no entries at all, indicating that no component has been flagged as approaching legal limits, corroded, leaking, or worn. The single failure on 7 April 2023 was followed by a pass just four days later on 11 April 2023, and crucially no defects were recorded against either event, which suggests the failure was likely an administrative or rectification issue resolved on the spot rather than a significant mechanical concern. The overall trend is therefore one of stable, consistent roadworthiness with no accumulating pattern of advisories, no recurring component complaints, and no evidence of escalating deterioration in any specific area such as the suspension, braking system, or underbody structure. With 97,093 miles recorded over roughly ten years of service, this Ranger has covered approximately 9,709 miles annually, a figure broadly typical for a working or family-use vehicle of its age and one that points to steady, regular operation rather than extreme long-distance motorway use or extended periods of standing off the road. There are no unusual gaps in the testing history that would suggest the vehicle was laid up for multiple consecutive years, and the consistent annual testing pattern combined with the absence of advisories indicates the mileage has been accumulated through normal use. Mechanically, this level of usage on a vehicle of this size and type means the engine, transmission, drivetrain components, and major underbody structure should have been exercised regularly, which is generally favourable for preventing the corrosion issues that can afflict pickups left unused, particularly around the chassis, suspension mounting points, and brake pipework. For a prospective buyer, the lack of recorded advisories means there are no specific components from the MOT history to target for re-inspection, but given the mileage and the inherent demands placed on a vehicle of this class, a thorough physical inspection should still focus on the areas most prone to wear. The suspension should be checked for worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and any knocking from the front struts or rear leaf spring mounts over uneven surfaces, while the steering linkage and track rod ends should be examined for play or clonks when turning at low speed. Under the bonnet, look for any signs of oil misting or leaks from the engine and gearbox, condition of the coolant and brake fluid, and the general state of the auxiliaries, as high-mileage diesel vehicles of this vintage commonly show wear on turbo, alternator, and air conditioning components. On a test drive, listen for any transmission whine or crunch on selection, particularly when engaging reverse or shifting under load, as Ranger gearboxes can develop synchro wear at this mileage. The brakes should be tested for pulling to one side under firm application, any vibration through the pedal suggesting warped discs, and the parking brake should hold the vehicle on an incline without creeping. Pay close attention to the underbody and chassis rails for any surface corrosion or evidence of previous underseal repairs, as commercial or rural-use pickups frequently suffer stone-chip damage and subsequent rust formation. Finally, inspect the load bed for dents and ensure the tailgate operates smoothly, while verifying four-wheel-drive engagement if fitted, ensuring the system engages and disengages cleanly via the dashboard switch.