2016 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · SP66 AHY

The most recent MOT test, dated 16 May 2022 at 87,839 miles, resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. That test was immediately preceded by a failure on the same day, also with no defects listed. This anomaly suggests a clerical or testing bay error rather than a mechanical fault, so the vehicle’s official roadworthiness status at that point was clean. With no advisories across any test, the maintenance trend appears stable, though the record is too sparse to confirm a pattern of proactive care. The mileage history demands scrutiny. Between September 2019 and June 2021, the recorded mileage climbed from 4,949 to 7,061 miles, a very low usage rate. Then, in the twelve months leading to May 2022, the odometer jumped from 7,061 to 87,839 miles—an extraordinary increase of over 80,000 miles in a single year. Such a sudden, massive accumulation points to a clerical input error rather than physical wear. A buyer must verify the vehicle’s true mileage against service records and physical condition, because the MOT data cannot be relied upon for an accurate wear assessment. Given the complete absence of mechanical advisories or failure items across all tests, the MOT history provides no direct evidence of recurring suspension, brake, or structural corrosion issues. The record is simply too brief and potentially corrupted by the mileage discrepancy to offer meaningful diagnostic insight. A physical inspection must therefore carry the full burden of evaluation. A qualified technician should confirm the actual mileage and then assess the condition of the Ranger’s chassis, leaf springs, and brake lines for corrosion, especially if the vehicle has spent time off-road or in a coastal environment. The suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and brake discs must be checked for wear commensurate with the true mileage, not the recorded figure. Without this, the MOT history alone cannot support a confident purchase decision.