2017 Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel · MM17 GKA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in reactive maintenance. While it passed its test in late January 2026 at 71,244 miles, the preceding failure on the same day revealed multiple mechanical and safety defects. The presence of a fractured offside front coil spring, worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, and a non-functional seat buckle suggests that components are only addressed once they reach failure points rather than through preventative servicing. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression between annual tests, moving from 46,048 miles in January 2023 to 71,244 miles in January 2026. This low-to-moderate usage typically reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the 2024 advisory for a bald inner edge offside front tyre at 53,716 miles indicates that alignment issues or uneven wear patterns were ignored despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the recent repairs to the coil spring and anti-roll bar ball joints have resolved the play. The tester flagged corrosion on both rear back plates in January 2026, which requires close scrutiny to ensure the rust has not compromised the structural integrity of the brake mounting points. Additionally, the front brake pads were noted as thin during the latest pass, so the buyer should verify the remaining life of the pads and the condition of the discs to avoid immediate expenditure.