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AE71 BNU

2021 Ford Explorer

Grey Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,146 mi
Last recorded100,146 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE71 BNU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 100,146 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 71,643 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 71,594 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on just under 2mm limit 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 9 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Explorer?

Based on 69,767 MOT tests across 7,490 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
4,557
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,568
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,403
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,515
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,513
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,251
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AE71 BNU is a 2021 Ford Explorer in Grey with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Ford Explorer fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE71 BNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Explorer typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 5 years old, this Ford Explorer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE71 BNU registered?

AE71 BNU is a 2021 Ford Explorer, first registered on 22 November 2021.

Is AE71 BNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE71 BNU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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