2021 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · ML71 KAK
2021 Ford Ranger (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2021. Recorded mileage 57,608 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD RANGER
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,608 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML71 KAK Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2026
- 57,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
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ML71 KAK MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Ford Ranger (ML71 KAK) between November 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
ML71 KAK Mileage History
- 15/11/202444,467 mi
- 12/12/202553,792 mi+9,325 mi
- 04/09/202657,608 mi+3,816 mi
- 04/09/202657,608 mi
Average of roughly 7,291 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford Ranger (T6)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and a thorough insp
The most important step with this Ranger is to verify the quality of the recent coil spring replacement. Ask for invoices showing what parts were fitted and by whom, and check whether the front suspension ball joints flagged in December 2025 have since been addressed — slight play in both sides can progress to failure if left. Given that both front springs fractured simultaneously, have a mechanic inspect the rear springs, shock absorbers and suspension bushes for similar wear, as Rangers used for towing or load-carrying can work their suspension hard.
On the model data, coil springs are among the top MOT failure reasons for Rangers generally, so this failure is consistent with a known pattern rather than a freak event — but it still warrants scrutiny. Negotiate on price using the recent suspension work as leverage, and check for evidence of regular servicing, particularly oil changes on the 2.0-litre diesel and any AdBlue system maintenance required by the Euro 6 emissions standard. Confirm the mileage progression is consistent: 44,467 in November 2024, 53,792 in December 2025, and 57,608 in September 2026 all follow a plausible pattern.
As a Euro 6 diesel first registered in December 2021, this Ranger falls under the standard VED rate for light goods or passenger vehicles depending on its classification — check the V5C to confirm, as double-cab pickups can be taxed differently. Diesel fuel costs will be the largest outgoing; the 2.0-litre unit typically returns economy in the low-to-mid 30s mpg in real-world mixed driving, though towing or load-carrying will reduce this. Insurance for a Ranger sits higher than a typical family car owing to its size and commercial classification.
Budget for suspension and steering component wear based on this vehicle's own history — the coil spring replacement and ball joint advisories suggest ongoing front-end maintenance is likely. Tyres for a vehicle of this size are a meaningful cost, and tyres are among the top MOT failure reasons for the model. A realistic annual running budget covering fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and wear items is £1,800-£2,400, rising if the vehicle is used for towing or high mileage.
Start with the front suspension, which is where this vehicle's entire MOT defect history sits. Confirm both front coil springs have been replaced with quality parts and check the rear springs for cracks or corrosion. Inspect the front lower suspension arm ball joints — both sides showed slight play at the December 2025 test — and check for any knocking over bumps or uneven tyre wear that would suggest the issue has progressed.
Beyond the suspension, examine the tyres for even tread wear across all four corners (tyres are a leading Ranger MOT failure point), test all headlamps and aim (another top model failure reason), and inspect the load bed and chassis for signs of heavy commercial use. Check under the vehicle for corrosion, verify the four-wheel-drive system engages correctly if fitted, and confirm the diesel particulate filter and AdBlue systems show no warning lights on a cold start and test drive.
This black 2021 Ford Ranger 2.0 diesel (Euro 6) has covered 57,608 miles in under five years — above the model's average annual mileage of 9,788. Its MOT record shows three passes and one failure: in September 2026 it failed for fractured coil springs on both front sides, passing a retest the same day, which indicates the springs were replaced. The December 2025 test also flagged slight play in both front lower suspension arm ball joints. The pattern of front suspension wear across consecutive tests is the key concern for any buyer.
Across 154,109 Rangers analysed, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1%, with headlamps, coil springs and tyres the most common failure reasons. This vehicle's coil spring failure aligns with the model's known weak point rather than being an isolated anomaly.
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- Common-Rail Fuel Injector Failure and RecallSerious
Both early 2.2 and 3.2 Duratorq diesels and early 2.0 EcoBlue engines suffer from injector failure. In 2015, Ford recalled nearly 14,000 UK Rangers for faulty injector batches that caused engines to cut out without warning while driving. Failed injectors suffer from high leak-back rates or internal nozzle jamming, leading to cylinder bore wash, uneven fueling, violent knocking, and melted pistons.
- Manual and Automatic Transmission Shudder and Shift FaultsModerate
Manual T6 Rangers frequently suffer from stiff third-gear selection, worn synchromesh rings, and dual-mass flywheel rattle under heavy towing. Automatic variants (6R80 6-speed and later 10R80 10-speed) can exhibit harsh low-speed shifting, gear slip flare, and torque converter shudder. In addition, an official recall addressed gearshift selector cables that could unclip and foul the rear driveshaft.
- Chassis Box Section Corrosion and Rear Spring Hanger RotSerious
The T6 Ranger features a fully boxed steel ladder chassis that readily traps road salt, farm slurry, and abrasive mud washed into internal frame openings. Without regular high-pressure flushing and cavity rustproofing, the metal corrodes from the inside out. Structural rot attacks the rear spring hanger brackets, spare wheel cross-member, and chassis rails around the fuel tank, causing catastrophic MOT structural failure.
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