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EU03 BZS

2003 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,238 mi
Last recorded6,238 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Explorer71,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 BZS
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2012 6,238 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 60,183 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

No front sidelights (none fitted as standard imported vehicle)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 60,143 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres inner edges low tread

Pass 17 Feb 2010 56,555 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 51,580 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 47,285 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 41,746 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 28,444 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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EU03 BZS is a 2003 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EU03 BZS, 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

How do I check the history of EU03 BZS?

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What year was EU03 BZS registered?

EU03 BZS is a 2003 Ford Explorer, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is EU03 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 BZS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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