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Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine exceeded the limit of 1.91 and gave a reading of 2.66 (8.2.2.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill and passenger step area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple area's in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength swinging shackle mount area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill and passenger step area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple area's in wheel arch and chassis leg. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced whole inner arch where meets/joins the under body. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced whole outer sill area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis pressing bump stop area close to shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple areas in swinging shackle mount area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis pressing bump stop area close to shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Underbody corrosion
Underbody well undersealed
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Underbody well undersealed
Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Inner wheel arch near top strut mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Underbody corrosion
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH (0.1 (b))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner /outer step (5.2.6)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear inner /outer (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross section (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch box section (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion box section (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
offside rear tyre outter wall slight cut but no cordes showing
anti slip rubber on brake pedal starting to wear
both front rear wishbones starting to perish
both front tyres wearing low
front centre seatbelt atachment sticking slightly but still functioning
offside front seatbelt slightly frayed
offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
anti slip rubber on brake pedal starting to wear
both front rear wishbones starting to perish
both front tyres wearing low
offside front seatbelt slightly frayed
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
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EX04 NXC is a 2004 Ford Explorer in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.
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 EX04 NXC, 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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EX04 NXC is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 March 2004.
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