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RK03 MWD

2003 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,105 mi
Last recorded109,105 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Explorer71,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 MWD
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 109,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight dampness (2.7.3)

battery fixing poor

offside rear light lens cracked

Fail 20 Aug 2015 109,105 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight dampness (2.7.3)

battery fixing poor

offside rear light lens cracked

Fail 17 Jul 2015 108,670 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Battery fixing poor

N/S/f Tyre low on outer edge

Pass 18 Jul 2014 90,244 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs wearing thin

rear brake discs worn/corroded

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Jul 2013 79,794 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 88,368 miles

both rear tyres low tread edges

battery insecure

hand brake travel close to no reserve

n/s/f tyre low tread edges

Fail 18 May 2012 88,352 miles

Brake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

battery inscure

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 44,540 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 39,759 miles

stone chips front screen

Pass 30 May 2009 35,206 miles

both front indicators amber colour fading

o/s/f side lamp dimmer than n/s/f

poor dipped beam patterns

stone chips front screen

Pass 16 Jun 2008 28,673 miles

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

both rear brake discs corroded

poor dipped beam patterns

stone chips screen

Fail 23 May 2007 23,063 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear brake discs corroded

stone chips front screen

Pass 23 May 2007 23,063 miles

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

both rear brake discs corroded

stone chips front screen

Pass 10 Jun 2006 16,714 miles

corrosion outer edges of rear brake discs

poor wiper clearing action

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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RK03 MWD is a 2003 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RK03 MWD, 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.

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What year was RK03 MWD registered?

RK03 MWD is a 2003 Ford Explorer, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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