2021 Ford Ranger 2.0L Diesel · YA70 WYY

The Ford Ranger in question presents a clean MOT history over the past 18 months, with no defects recorded in the most recent test at 89,401 miles on 11 December 2025. This suggests a stable roadworthiness trend, assuming the vehicle has been maintained to meet DVSA standards at each test. The absence of advisories or failures in the latest entries indicates no immediate red flags for structural integrity, suspension, or critical safety systems like brakes or steering. However, the January 2024 double entry—one pass, one fail at identical mileage—raises a procedural anomaly worth clarifying with the seller, as this could imply a clerical error or an undocumented issue resolved between tests. The mileage accumulation is notably aggressive for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging around 17,880 miles annually, which is well above the UK fleet average. The gap between the 2024 January tests (55,466 miles) and the December 2024 test (74,180 miles) shows a rapid 18,714-mile increase in just 11 months, followed by another 15,221 miles by December 2025. Such high mileage demands closer scrutiny of high-wear components, particularly if the vehicle has seen heavy loads or off-road use. The lack of recorded defects in recent tests may reflect diligent maintenance, but the mileage alone suggests accelerated consumption of tyres, brake pads, suspension bushes, and potentially the clutch or gearbox fluids. Given the mileage and the absence of historical advisories, a prospective buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the suspension—specifically coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—given the vehicle’s likely heavy-duty usage. The brakes should be tested for uneven wear or binding, particularly if the Ranger has been used for towing or off-road conditions. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, should be checked for any signs of deterioration despite the clean MOT record. While the MOT history is reassuring, the high mileage and the January 2024 anomaly warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection to confirm no underlying issues have been overlooked.