2017 Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel · RF17 HCU

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a stable maintenance trend, with the July 2026 test passing despite significant tyre wear issues. While both front inner tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit in the most recent test, this represents a predictable consumable concern rather than a mechanical failure. The previous July 2025 test passed with no defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained basic roadworthiness standards over the past year. The mileage accumulation of 148,650 miles over approximately nine years equates to an average of around 16,517 miles per year, which is notably high for a vehicle of this age. The recorded mileage shows consistent usage with tests conducted annually from 2020 onwards, progressing from 99,748 miles in July 2020 to 138,920 miles by July 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing history, suggesting the vehicle has been regularly used and maintained, though the high annual mileage implies substantial wear on components. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front braking system, as the July 2025 test revealed critically thin brake pads measuring less than 1.5mm and a damaged front brake calliper. These issues suggest potential neglect in brake maintenance, which could indicate similar concerns with the rear braking components. The December 2023 failure highlighted multiple serious concerns including ABS faults, airbag warning lights, and exposed tyre ply on the offside front tyre, alongside excessive wear to the offside front upper suspension arm bush. The repeated front tyre issues across multiple tests warrant careful inspection of suspension mounting points and alignment. The exposed tyre cords from late 2023, combined with the brake calliper damage identified in 2025, suggest the vehicle may have been operated with inadequate component monitoring, making a thorough inspection of the entire front suspension, braking system, and electrical systems essential before purchase.