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YJ54 THW

2004 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,618 mi
Last recorded147,618 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Explorer78,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 THW
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 147,618 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 147,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2022 137,712 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 1 Aug 2022 137,709 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 128,628 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 128,045 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 127,661 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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YJ54 THW is a 2004 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YJ54 THW, 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.

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What year was YJ54 THW registered?

YJ54 THW is a 2004 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 October 2004.

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