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MH08 LCT

2008 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,050 mi
Last recorded151,050 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Explorer68,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 LCT
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 151,050 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 84,399 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 70,862 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 66,269 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2022 66,269 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 10 May 2022 66,267 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 60,250 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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MH08 LCT is a 2008 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 68,242 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 MH08 LCT, 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 18 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 MH08 LCT registered?

MH08 LCT is a 2008 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is MH08 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 LCT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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