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LL53 UBG

2003 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,577 mi
Last recorded133,577 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Explorer71,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL53 UBG
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 133,577 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 133,388 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 82,333 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 130,659 miles

Nearside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 130,658 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 130,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp unit cover deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside registration plate lamp bulb holder deteriorated

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 130,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp unit cover deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps replaced bulb (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside registration plate lamp bulb holder deteriorated

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 129,555 miles

Coolant bottle empty

Pass 5 Oct 2017 122,961 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 113,873 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 113,831 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking STEERING RACK (2.3.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISE ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 107,418 miles

only 4 seats in used at time of test

Pass 8 Aug 2014 98,648 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 95,676 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 93,385 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 88,542 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 87,266 miles

areas of both front brake discs corroded on inside surfaces, though not to excess, nor effecting braking efficiencey

areas of exhaust system corroded, but not to excess

nearside bumper reflector has a part of it missing, though remainder in good reflecive order

Fail 24 Nov 2010 87,253 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

areas of both front brake discs corroded on inside surfaces, though not to excess, nor effecting braking efficiencey

areas of exhaust system corroded, but not to excess

nearside bumper reflector has a part of it missing, though remainder in good reflecive order

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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LL53 UBG is a 2003 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LL53 UBG, 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

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What year was LL53 UBG registered?

LL53 UBG is a 2003 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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