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GX53 VUC

2004 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,850 mi
Last recorded75,850 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2011
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 VUC
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2011 75,850 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 71,054 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 60,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 49,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 38,363 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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GX53 VUC is a 2004 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GX53 VUC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX53 VUC registered?

GX53 VUC is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GX53 VUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 VUC 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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