2010 Ford Ranger — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,127 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Ford Ranger, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 73.0% was in line with the average for pick-up trucks of a similar age (72.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.0% in the 150k+ group versus 12.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.3% | 1,951 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.4% | 1,252 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.4% | 849 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.3% | 836 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.1% | 618 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.6% | 564 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,097 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,087 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 599 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 441 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 435 |
| 6 | Wipers | 406 |
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 | 37.6% | 3,809 |
| 2 | Suspension | 24.1% | 2,442 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.2% | 1,948 |
| 4 | Tyres | 17.3% | 1,749 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.1% | 1,628 |
| 6 | Steering | 15.3% | 1,544 |
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 | 90 | 12.2% |
| 30-60k | 645 | 21.2% |
| 60-90k | 2,027 | 24.6% |
| 90-120k | 2,777 | 27.7% |
| 120-150k | 2,484 | 28.4% |
| 150k+ | 2,093 | 29.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,322 | 26.1% |
| 2022 | 2,192 | 26.5% |
| 2023 | 2,091 | 27.9% |
| 2024 | 1,871 | 26.9% |
| 2025 | 1,651 | 28.0% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Ranger
Before buying a 2010 Ford Ranger, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.4% 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 (8.4% 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 2010 Ford Rangers pass their MOT?
73.0% of the 10,127 2010 Ford Ranger MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Ford Ranger?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.3% of tests, followed by brakes (12.4%).
Does the 2010 Ranger get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.2% in the 0-30k band to 29.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,127 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.