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AM52 GAA

2003 Ford Explorer

White Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,123 mi
Last recorded82,123 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Ford Explorer71,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 GAA
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2011 82,123 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 73,669 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 62,986 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 62,483 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 51,809 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 51,809 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 41,406 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 41,406 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 28,511 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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AM52 GAA is a 2003 Ford Explorer in White with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 71,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM52 GAA, 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 23 years old, this Ford Explorer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM52 GAA registered?

AM52 GAA is a 2003 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM52 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 GAA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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