Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci (2016)
2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci
CarHunch analysed 212 real MOT records for the 2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2016 Ranger diesel is a significant reliability concern: just 48% pass MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and nearly one in four vehicles fail inspection. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare, but the consistent failure rate signals ongoing mechanical issues that buyers should budget for.
At 75,000 miles median, these vehicles are relatively high-mileage for their age, yet they're still racking up 0.27 failures per test—mostly preventable wear items rather than catastrophic problems. If you're considering this model, budget for annual repairs and have a trusted mechanic inspect the exhaust system, suspension, and drivetrain before purchase.
What to check before buying a 2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 210 | 47.5% | 0.27 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci vehicles fall between 61,060 and 101,268 miles.
2016 Ford Ranger Limited 4x4 Dcb Tdci — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 78 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
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