2021 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · WD70 PXT

Covering roughly 70,463 miles over five years makes this Ranger a notably high-mileage example for its age, and the MOT history reflects that working life rather than any chronic defect pattern. The most recent test on 26 January 2026 was a clean pass with no advisories recorded, which is a positive sign that the wear items flagged in earlier years have either been rectified or have not yet deteriorated to advisory level. Across the three recorded tests there are no failures, no structural corrosion advisories, and no recurring components appearing year on year, indicating a broadly stable mechanical trajectory rather than a worsening one. The few advisories that have appeared are all the kind of minor, consumable-related findings typical of a utility vehicle in regular commercial or heavy-duty use. At an annual accumulation of approximately 14,093 miles, this Ranger is operating well above the average for its age bracket, and the annual MOT cadence with no missing years suggests continuous use rather than long periods off the road. This kind of mileage profile places proportionately greater demand on the clutch, dual-mass flywheel if fitted, turbocharger bearings, driveline bushes, and suspension components, as well as accelerating brake disc and pad wear. The fact that mileage has been steadily ticking over each year without dramatic jumps or unexplained gaps is itself a reassuring indicator for a buyer, as it points to consistent operational use rather than clocked miles or irregular storage that can mask underlying corrosion or seal degradation. The earlier advisories are worth examining closely at the point of purchase, as they give a useful checklist of components that have shown wear. The 2024 advisory noting low rear tyre tread depths both sides means the original tyres were nearing the legal 1.6 mm limit; at the next replacement, ensure matching axle pairs were fitted and check the rear tyres currently fitted for even wear, which on a Ranger can also reveal tracking misalignment or overloaded rear-leaf duties. The 2025 advisory on the offside front tyre wearing on its edge is a classic symptom of either camber deviation, worn suspension bushes, or a top mount or wishbone bush beginning to soften, so on a test drive listen for a faint patter or knock from the front end over uneven surfaces and feel for any vagueness in steering response. A front tyre wearing on one edge specifically rather than across the full width is worth distinguishing from general wear, as it can also point to a fatigued strut or spring allowing the wheel to sit slightly out of geometry. The 2025 oil leak advisory, classed as not excessive, suggests weeping from somewhere on the engine or gearbox, and given the mileage it is sensible to inspect the underside for fresh seepage around the sump, cam covers, and any turbo or intercooler pipework, as well as checking the dipstick and undertray for residue. On a road test, allow the engine to reach full operating temperature and listen for any timing-chain rattle on cold start, watch the oil pressure gauge if fitted, and observe whether any smoke appears on overrun. Brakes on a high-mileage Ranger deserve particular attention: with this kind of annual use the front discs may be on their second or third set, so check for a lipped edge on the discs, feel for judder under firm braking, and confirm the handbrake holds on an incline. Given the working nature of the vehicle, a thorough underside inspection on a ramp is strongly advised before purchase, focusing on the rear leaf-spring hangers and bushes, propshaft universal joints, and any signs of corrosion starting on the chassis outriggers, even though nothing structural has yet appeared on the MOT record.