2016 Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel · RO07 BUR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 141,370 miles passed, the vehicle failed just six days prior. This failure was significant, involving a major exhaust leak, a fractured offside rear leaf spring, a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, and an inoperative plate lamp. The fact that these critical faults were addressed within a week suggests the previous owner only rectified mechanical failures when necessary to pass the annual test. At 141,370 miles over ten years, this Ford Ranger has clocked an average of 14,100 miles per year. The data shows a notable spike in usage between April 2024 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered nearly 19,000 miles in just under eleven months. This high-intensity usage is consistent with a heavy-duty work but explains the accelerated wear seen on the suspension components. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which typically places constant stress on the drivetrain and underbody components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and rear axle. The 2025 failure highlighted severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both front upper suspension arms, indicating a tendency for rubber components failing under high-mile loads. Furthermore, the fractured leaf spring recorded in 2026 is a serious structural-related failure that necessitates a close check for hairline cracks or corrosion on the remaining springs. Given the recent major exhaust leak, the entire length of the system should be checked for internal rust or thinning to ensure the repair was comprehensive rather than a temporary patch.