2018 Ford Ranger 2.2L Diesel · SX18 AFA

The overall roadworthiness status for the 2018 Ford Ranger is currently PASSED, as the most recent MOT test on 2025-07-16 at 54,704 miles was also passed, indicating that the vehicle has maintained sufficient roadworthiness over the past six years. However, the maintenance trend exhibits a clear pattern of deterioration, specifically characterized by a failure in the earlier years of ownership. The vehicle failed the MOT test on 2022-06-30 at 39,555 miles, which was the first time the record has been entered since the 2023-07-25 test on 42,135 miles, marking the first instance of a failure in six years. This suggests that the owner has not been adequately maintaining the vehicle, particularly regarding the suspension and braking systems, which are critical components for roadworthiness. The mileage accumulation during the ownership period demonstrates a significant gap in maintenance. Since the initial MOT on 2022-06-30, the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage increases without corresponding service repairs. The 2024-07-11 test at 44,517 miles indicates that the vehicle has accumulated approximately 7,000 miles since the 2022-06-30 test, representing a gap of over 20,000 miles. This rapid accumulation suggests that the owner has likely driven the vehicle extensively at intervals that do not allow for timely servicing, leading to the accumulation of wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. Such a pattern of mileage without corresponding maintenance indicates that the vehicle is in a state of serious mechanical risk, as the wear on these components is accelerating faster than the vehicle's age would normally allow. In conclusion, while the vehicle currently passes the MOT, the history reveals a severe lack of upkeep that has resulted in a failure in the earlier years. The owner has failed to maintain the vehicle, leading to accelerated wear on suspension and braking components that have not been addressed. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, as well as to confirm the presence of corrosion and structural issues that may have arisen from the rapid mileage accumulation. Given the history of failure at 39,555 miles, the risk of sudden failure is high, and the vehicle should be considered for a second MOT or a full inspection before purchase.