2016 Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel · SL16 XLS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding brake performance and components. While it passed the latest test in May 2026 at 84,985 miles, the tester identified three defects including thin front brake pads, a worn offside front tyre, and a binding offside front service brake. This follows a pattern of brake issues from 2024 where the vehicle failed due to poor efficiency, axle imbalance, and excessive binding on the rear axle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between the April 2024 test at 70,242 miles and the May 2025 test at 77,604 miles, the vehicle covered 7,362 miles, suggesting a steady usage profile rather than long periods of inactivity. However, the frequency of mechanical failures during these intervals suggests that the owner may be reacting to faults only when prompted by MOT failures rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The recurring reports of binding calipers and imbalanced brakes across 2024 and 2026 suggest potential issues with seized caliper pins, corroded sliders, or perished hoses that require attention. You should also check for uneven wear on the brake discs and verify that the thin front pads have been properly replaced. Additionally, the exhaust leak flagged in the 2025 failure should be verified to ensure the system is structurally sound and free of corrosion that could lead to future emission failures.