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GR54 ECV

2004 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,607 mi
Last recorded67,607 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR54 ECV
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 67,607 miles

Offside Front slight play inner steering rack end

Pass 10 Apr 2025 64,366 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Apr 2024 97,209 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 97,203 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 97,203 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 96,536 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 96,529 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 57,471 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 57,465 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and Rear (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2019 56,270 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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GR54 ECV is a 2004 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GR54 ECV, 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 GR54 ECV registered?

GR54 ECV is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GR54 ECV safe to buy?

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