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YJ62 XNU

2012 Ford Explorer

White Petrol 3700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,183 mi
Last recorded208,183 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Explorer86,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ62 XNU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2025 208,183 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 204,745 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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YJ62 XNU is a 2012 Ford Explorer in White with a 3,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,000 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 YJ62 XNU, 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 14 years old, this Ford Explorer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ62 XNU registered?

YJ62 XNU is a 2012 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is YJ62 XNU safe to buy?

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