2016 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · LB65 XOT

The 2016 Ford Ranger achieved a pass certificate at its most recent examination on 6 February 2026, recording 15,558 miles. The vehicle had failed its previous test just eight days earlier on 29 January 2026 at the identical mileage, though the DVSA record lists no recorded defects for either event. This pattern suggests the initial failure was likely resolved through remedial work completed before the retest, possibly addressing an item that did not meet the threshold for formal recording. The overall maintenance trend, viewed across the five-year MOT window from 2023 to 2026, demonstrates consistent passes with no outstanding advisories, indicating the vehicle has maintained roadworthiness through its test cycles. The recorded mileage of 15,558 miles places this Ranger well below average for a vehicle approaching ten years of age, averaging approximately 1,556 miles annually. The progression across test dates reveals particularly low utilisation: the vehicle covered only 1,820 miles between the February 2023 test at 10,686 miles and the February 2024 test at 13,506 miles, then just 830 miles over the following twelve months. The most recent year shows a slight increase to 1,222 miles between January 2025 and February 2026. This exceptionally low annual mileage indicates the vehicle has spent considerable time stationary, which carries specific mechanical implications for a potential purchaser. Despite the clean MOT record, the minimal accumulated mileage warrants close physical inspection of components affected by age rather than wear. Rubber components including tyres, brake hoses, suspension bushes, and door seals will have degraded through environmental exposure regardless of low usage, and the DVSA record provides no data on their current condition. Brake discs and calipers may exhibit surface corrosion from extended periods of inactivity, and the battery should be tested for charge retention. Fuel system components should also be assessed, as stale fuel can cause operational issues in rarely-used vehicles. The absence of any recorded advisories across five consecutive tests is encouraging, but a thorough mechanical inspection remains essential given the unusual usage pattern and the fact that MOT testing does not cover all drivetrain or electrical systems.