2021 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · PX71 XSB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 65,597 miles passed with only a minor adviser for a loose nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, this follows a period of significant de-cline during 2024 and 2025. The trend shows a slight improvement in overall presentation, yet the previous failures indicate that components were only addressed once they reached a critical state. At 65,597 miles, this Ford Ranger has averaged approximately 13,100 miles per year over its five-year lifespan. This mileage is consistent with a working vehicle but explains the accelerated wear on mechanical components. A notable gap exists between the September 2024 test and the May 2025 test, where the vehicle covered only 16 miles in eight months, yet failed immediately again with multiple defects. This suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for a period, which can lead to flat-spotting tyres and degradation of rubber per. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the arm ball joints and bushes have failed repeatedly across the last three testing cycles. The history shows excessive wear on both nearside and offside ball joints in 2024 and 2025, with play still present in the anti-roll bar linkage. The prop shaft bearing was also identified as heavily worn in 2024, which should be checked for drivetrain vibration or噪音 during a test drive. The engine management indication light (MIL) was flagged as inoperative or malfunctioning in both 2024 and 2025, a serious fault that requires a diagnostic scan to ensure the system has not been bypassed or masked. Furthermore, the recurring issue of tyres reaching the 1.6mm legal limit and nails in tyres suggests a lack of basic preventative maintenance. Inspect the engine bay for the oil leak noted in September 2024 to ensure it has not worsened into a more significant failure.