Ford Ranger (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 32,078 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 25-38

2400cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol2400cc5 years old32,078 tests42k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2400cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,413

Per month£201/mo

Per week£46/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Ford brand average of 85%.

90% of MOT tests on Ford Rangers from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 32,078 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 42,374 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2396th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Ford models425th of 1,136(top half)

vs average of all models+8%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-2%(92% avg)

vs Ford average+5%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

42,374

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Ford Ranger had 42,374 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Ford Ranger by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	91%	967	32,819 mi
2021	90%	32,078	42,374 mi
2020	88%	26,002	51,136 mi
2019	87%	32,194	60,576 mi
2018	85%	30,840	70,638 mi
2017	85%	24,406	77,528 mi
2016	84%	23,861	84,947 mi
2015	82%	13,304	92,388 mi
2014	80%	8,731	99,756 mi
2013	81%	6,759	105,713 mi
2012	77%	4,297	114,166 mi
2011	75%	2,933	121,273 mi
2010	74%	2,829	126,349 mi
2009	73%	4,443	124,979 mi
2008	73%	4,040	132,830 mi
2007	72%	5,314	137,199 mi
2006	69%	4,591	131,558 mi
2005	72%	3,699	126,004 mi
2004	71%	3,172	129,164 mi
2003	73%	1,933	132,237 mi
2002	72%	1,316	137,535 mi
2001	69%	1,043	140,075 mi
2000	73%	824	129,560 mi
1999	70%	580	131,890 mi

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About the 2021 Ford Ranger

The 2021 Ford Ranger is a large car. Our records list a 2400cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 32,078 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 42,374 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Ranger owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2021 Ford Ranger Fuel Costs

The 2400cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Ford Ranger?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Ford Ranger Reliability Trend

Newer Ford Rangers pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 11 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Ford Ranger

At 5 years old, the Ford Ranger offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 32,078 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2021 Ford Ranger Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 3,252 MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Ranger that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Suspension43%
Same age: 8.5% (fails on this more often)
Lights and electrics26%
Same age: 22%
Tyres19%
Same age: 38% (fails on this less often)
Brakes16%
Same age: 15%

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Ford Ranger reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Ford Ranger stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Ford Ranger(2021)	90%	£1,958	£200	Grp 25-38	£2,413
Mercedes A(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327
Volvo XC40(2020)	93%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327
Jaguar F-Pace(2019)	91%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327
Mazda CX-5(2019)	91%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Ford Ranger

Is the 2021 Ford Ranger reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 90% of MOT tests on 2021 Ford Rangers ended in a pass, from 32,078 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Ford Ranger cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Ford Ranger?

90% of 32,078 MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Ranger ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2396th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

Which year Ford Ranger has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Ford Ranger has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2001 the lowest at 69%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Ford Ranger?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Ranger is 42,374 miles, which is well above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.