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AU59 MVE

2010 Ford Explorer

Grey Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,281 mi
Last recorded156,281 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2010 Ford Explorer135,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 MVE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 156,281 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 146,316 miles

Position lamp incorrect colour both sides front (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 137,165 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 128,288 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 128,288 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 117,923 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 117,923 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 100,370 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 100,370 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AU59 MVE is a 2010 Ford Explorer in Grey with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 135,605 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 AU59 MVE, 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 16 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 AU59 MVE registered?

AU59 MVE is a 2010 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 January 2010.

Is AU59 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 MVE 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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