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MV58 GYJ

2008 Ford Explorer

White Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

74,753 mi
Last recorded74,753 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Explorer68,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 GYJ
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 74,753 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 74,748 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 72,019 miles

Offside Front Position lamp temporary repaired

Fail 21 Mar 2024 71,991 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Position lamp temporary repaired

Pass 10 Mar 2023 68,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm only (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2022 64,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 64,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 60,417 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 60,403 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 56,138 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 56,022 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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MV58 GYJ is a 2008 Ford Explorer in White with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MV58 GYJ, 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 MV58 GYJ registered?

MV58 GYJ is a 2008 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is MV58 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV58 GYJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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