Ford Ranger (2016)
2016 Ford Ranger
CarHunch analysed 12,428 real MOT records for the 2016 Ford Ranger. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Ford Ranger passes its MOT at 83.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of 80%, but the concerning figure is that over a quarter of these vehicles (26.5%) have experienced a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable thresholds and a genuine safety red flag for potential buyers. This is almost exclusively a diesel fleet, so fuel type doesn't explain the variation here.
At 62,572 miles median, these Rangers show typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging 1.44 failures per test, suggesting mechanical issues emerge faster than the broader market. The high advisory count of 6.1 per vehicle points to cumulative wear on components like exhaust systems and suspension—before you buy one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on engine condition and undercarriage corrosion, both common trouble areas for this generation.
What to check before buying a 2016 Ford Ranger
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.
- ⚠️ 26.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (100%) | 12,425 | 83.3% | 1.44 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 92.9% | 0.5 |
| Gas Diesel (0%) | 1 | 57.1% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Ford Ranger 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 vehicles fall between 46,618 and 82,584 miles.
2016 Ford Ranger — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 10,203 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% 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
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Ford Ranger
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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23.1%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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20.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18%
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
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17%
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
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14.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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