2003 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · WF53 CDV

The 2003 Ford Ranger passed its most recent MOT on 8 July 2025 at 144,799 miles with no defects recorded, and the maintenance trend across the supplied history reads as stable with no recurring mechanical faults. The two earlier failures on 2 July 2025 and 20 June 2024 were logged at 144,795 and 139,858 miles respectively with no defects recorded, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than genuine roadworthiness defects. The vehicle has therefore remained structurally and mechanically clear across every test where faults would normally surface. Annual mileage sits at roughly 6,300 miles against the 23-year lifespan, which is typical use for a light commercial pickup of this era. The records show steady accumulation: 134,803 miles in June 2023, 139,860 by June 2024, and 144,799 by July 2025. The spread of just under 5,000 miles per year between tests points to regular but undemanding service, with no standing periods or sudden high-use spikes that would accelerate drivetrain or suspension fatigue. Given the clean advisory sheets, the buyer should still commission a physical inspection of chassis rails, subframe, and suspension bushes for corrosion, as a 2003 Ranger is prone to structural rust unseen in an MOT bay without uplift. The tester recorded no brake, exhaust, or steering advisories, yet caliper binding and worn coil springs commonly escape detection between annual tests on older 4x4s. The repeated no-defect failures suggest the previous owner addressed paperwork promptly rather than neglecting the truck. Verify the V5C and test certificates match the July 2025 pass, then confirm underbody condition before purchase.