2009 Ford Ranger — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 16,779 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Ford Ranger, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 73.2% was above the average for pick-up trucks of a similar age (72.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.3% in the 150k+ group versus 16.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.2% | 3,392 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.6% | 1,946 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.5% | 1,592 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.7% | 1,467 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.0% | 1,012 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.7% | 955 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 1,847 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,589 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 1,093 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 945 |
| 5 | Joints | 776 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 772 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 36.4% | 6,114 |
| 2 | Suspension | 27.7% | 4,642 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.6% | 3,630 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.6% | 3,281 |
| 5 | Tyres | 18.5% | 3,111 |
| 6 | Steering | 14.8% | 2,491 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 130 | 16.2% |
| 30-60k | 1,006 | 18.2% |
| 60-90k | 2,892 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 4,463 | 27.5% |
| 120-150k | 4,217 | 28.6% |
| 150k+ | 4,056 | 28.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,068 | 26.6% |
| 2022 | 3,724 | 25.8% |
| 2023 | 3,417 | 26.8% |
| 2024 | 2,989 | 27.4% |
| 2025 | 2,581 | 27.8% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Ranger
Before buying a 2009 Ford Ranger, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.5% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2009 Ford Rangers pass their MOT?
73.2% of the 16,779 2009 Ford Ranger MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Ford Ranger?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.2% of tests, followed by brakes (11.6%).
Does the 2009 Ranger get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.2% in the 0-30k band to 28.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 16,779 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.