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NR04 YCY

2004 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,188 mi
Last recorded137,188 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR04 YCY
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 137,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 85,223 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 133,073 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive at pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight oil leak at front diff seal

Fail 11 Mar 2022 133,073 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive at pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight oil leak at front diff seal

Pass 20 Jan 2021 126,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 116,860 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 108,731 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 60,623 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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NR04 YCY is a 2004 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 NR04 YCY, 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 NR04 YCY registered?

NR04 YCY is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is NR04 YCY safe to buy?

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