2022 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · OY22 XBC

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Ford Ranger was conducted on 15 October 2025, resulting in a clean pass with no defects, advisories, or failures recorded against the vehicle. The preceding test on 30 October 2024 also returned a pass with no recorded defects, establishing a two-year pattern of consistent roadworthiness compliance with no emerging advisories. The absence of any recorded advisories across both recent examinations suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard sufficient to pass strict DVSA scrutiny without borderline components, which is a positive indicator. However, prospective buyers should note that a clear MOT record reflects only the condition at the point of test and does not guarantee that components such as tyres, brakes, or suspension have not deteriorated since the most recent examination. Recorded mileage stands at 49,055 miles over approximately four years of service, equating to an annual accumulation of around 12,264 miles per year. This figure is notably above the national average for a vehicle of this age and class, indicating that this Ranger has seen consistent and relatively intensive use rather than periods of inactivity. Higher annual mileage of this nature typically accelerates wear on consumable items including brake pads and discs, tyres, drive belts, clutch components (if applicable), and suspension bushes. It also increases the likelihood that major service intervals, including timing belt or chain inspection, fuel filter replacement, and automatic gearbox fluid changes where fitted, have already been required or are approaching. The smooth progression of mileage without large gaps or sudden jumps in the recorded history supports a pattern of regular, sustained use rather than any anomaly suggesting clocking or inconsistent operation. Given the clean MOT record and absence of recurring advisories, physical inspection should focus on age-and-mileage-related wear that may not yet have triggered an MOT failure. At four years old and approaching 50,000 miles, the brake discs are likely to be nearing or past their first replacement threshold, particularly on a working vehicle of this type, and uneven disc wear or lipping should be checked by feel on the test drive, listening for any brake shudder or grinding under moderate pedal pressure. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for both tread depth and, more critically given the vehicle age, any sidewall perishing or cracking from environmental exposure, as well as uneven wear patterns which could indicate suspension misalignment, worn bushes, or tracking issues. On the test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would point to worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings, all of which are typical wear items at this mileage on a commercial-derived chassis. Additional checks should include a thorough inspection of the vehicle underside for any signs of fluid leakage from the differential, transfer box, or engine sump, as well as corrosion on exposed structural components given the four-year service life. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking performance, particularly as Ranger diesel variants place significant load on the electrical system, and a battery in its original state at this age may be approaching end of service life. Time-based servicing items such as coolant, brake fluid, and differential oil should be verified as up to date through documentary evidence, as calendar degradation occurs regardless of mileage accumulation. Finally, the underbonnet condition should be examined for evidence of regular maintenance, including clean oil on the dipstick, intact cambelt or confirmed timing chain service history, and tidy ancillary drive components, all of which would corroborate the clean MOT trajectory observed in the official DVSA records.