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NT54 GVL

2004 Ford Explorer

White Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,038 mi
Last recorded59,038 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT54 GVL
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 59,038 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 57,254 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 56,078 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 54,479 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Reflector damaged

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 52,487 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 52,476 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 49,868 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 74,772 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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NT54 GVL is a 2004 Ford Explorer in White with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NT54 GVL, 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 NT54 GVL registered?

NT54 GVL is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is NT54 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT54 GVL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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