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GU52 LZL

2002 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,646 mi
Last recorded112,646 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Explorer91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 LZL
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 112,646 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 64,897 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 59,720 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 83,497 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 81,164 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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GU52 LZL is a 2002 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 GU52 LZL, 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 24 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU52 LZL?

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What year was GU52 LZL registered?

GU52 LZL is a 2002 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is GU52 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 LZL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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