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AM53 BKE

2004 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

79,274 mi
Last recorded79,274 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2010
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 BKE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2010 79,274 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 79,274 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 70,622 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 70,622 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 62,459 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 61,972 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 50,970 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear screen washer switch used for front washers

wipers not parking in the correct postion when switched off

Fail 13 Dec 2007 50,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

wipers not parking in the correct postion when switched off

Pass 16 Dec 2006 40,369 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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AM53 BKE is a 2004 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2004 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 78,744 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 AM53 BKE, 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 22 years old, this Ford Explorer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 BKE registered?

AM53 BKE is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 BKE safe to buy?

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