Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 613 vehicles, the 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A (2018)

613 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.4% first-time pass rate

2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A

CarHunch analysed 613 real MOT records for the 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak is a serious reliability concern: just 44.3% pass MOT first time, nearly half the UK average of 80%, and there are no dangerous defects recorded, but the sheer frequency of failures is the real problem. The diesel variant (which accounts for 611 of 613 vehicles tested) shows an identical 44.2% pass rate, so fuel type isn't the issue here.

At 62,742 miles median, these Rangers are carrying typical mileage for their age, yet they're racking up 0.32 failures per vehicle on average—suggesting inherent weak points rather than owner neglect. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist and budget for repairs, because you're more likely than not to face MOT failures in the first test.

The 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (85.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

85.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.32

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

63k

Middle half: 46k–79k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 613 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 613 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	611	85.5%	0.32

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,353 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 27.1%

366

Grey 20.1%

272

White 19.3%

261

Orange 16.5%

223

Silver 9.1%

123

Blue 8%

108

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

62,742

typical

46,398

low mileage

78,626

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A vehicles fall between 46,398 and 78,626 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,398 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 46,398–78,626 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci As sit.

⚠ Over 106,145 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci A — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4x4 Dcb Tdci As are still on the road.

Strong survival — 231 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.32

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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