2016 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · HT65 FLK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward neglect in the most recent inspection. While the Ranger maintained clean records for four consecutive years, the January 2025 test at 35,380 miles identified several developing issues that were previously absent. The presence of uneven wear on the front tyres alongside visible cracking and cuts across both front and rear tyres indicates a recent lapse in basic upkeep and a failure to address rubber degradation. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per annum. Between 2021 and January 2024, the vehicle covered consistent intervals of roughly 5,000 miles annually, suggesting light commercial use. However, the gap of only 2,816 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates periods of low usage which often leads to dry rot in rubber components and seized brakes, which aligns with the findings in the latest MOT test. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension system due to the corroded coil springs flagged by the tester. The cracking in the tyre sidewalls suggests the rubber has reached its service life regardless of remaining tread depth, necessitating an immediate set of replacements. The uneven wear on the front tyres also warrants a check for incorrect wheel alignment or worn control arm bushes. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and caliper pitting, which frequently occurs on vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.