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RY56 TVA

2007 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,408 mi
Last recorded118,408 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Explorer66,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY56 TVA
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 118,408 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 118,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3 Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 112,670 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 104,577 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 99,152 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 98,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Nov 2021 84,422 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 84,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 107,655 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 15 Nov 2019 93,713 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 93,697 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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RY56 TVA is a 2007 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 66,066 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 RY56 TVA, 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 19 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 RY56 TVA registered?

RY56 TVA is a 2007 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is RY56 TVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY56 TVA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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