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Ford Explorer

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,008 cc

F7 TJFMOT history

F7 TJF is a red petrol Ford Explorer first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
96,793 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 TJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 TJF was last recorded at 96,793 miles on 1 May 2026, 2,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,026 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,767 miles
Average per year
2,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,793 miles
  • 2025 – 94,026 miles
  • 2024 – 88,970 miles
  • 2023 – 82,292 miles
  • 2022 – 77,148 miles
  • 2020 – 77,112 miles
  • 2019 – 77,027 miles
  • 2018 – 76,870 miles
  • 2017 – 76,034 miles
  • 2016 – 74,506 miles
  • 2015 – 73,327 miles
  • 2014 – 70,946 miles
  • 2013 – 69,988 miles
  • 2012 – 68,223 miles
  • 2011 – 67,104 miles
  • 2010 – 64,858 miles
  • 2009 – 62,460 miles
  • 2008 – 60,987 miles
  • 2007 – 57,538 miles
  • 2006 – 55,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,793 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension ball joint dust cover starting to perish/crack
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack/pipe joint has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassi has surface corrosion front to rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,793 miles (+2,767)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,793 miles
    Test number
    147848376651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension ball joint dust cover starting to perish/crack
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack/pipe joint has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassi has surface corrosion front to rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass94,026 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    94,026 miles
    Test number
    729415224024
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail94,023 miles (+5,053)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,023 miles
    Test number
    730944035937
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass88,970 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,970 miles
    Test number
    183180833489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,969 miles (+6,677)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,969 miles
    Test number
    433095027261
    • MajorExhaust system insecure center mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass82,292 miles (+5,144)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,292 miles
    Test number
    241112649323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,148 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    77,148 miles
    Test number
    485950939987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,112 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,112 miles
    Test number
    869793846932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,027 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,027 miles
    Test number
    443647959788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,870 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,870 miles
    Test number
    615520323270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,034 miles (+1,528)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,034 miles
    Test number
    546166606776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,506 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,506 miles
    Test number
    784269453671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,327 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,327 miles
    Test number
    166697915228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,946 miles (+958)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,946 miles
    Test number
    908956014206
    • NoteAll 4 tyres have damage on outer sidewalls

  15. Pass69,988 miles (+1,765)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,988 miles
    Test number
    125033233200
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteOffside front indicator slight white
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3mm

  16. Pass68,223 miles (+1,119)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,223 miles
    Test number
    655048922236
    • NoteAll four tyres aged/cracking
    • NoteSlight rust on offside front metal brake pipe

  17. Pass67,104 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    297297721277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,858 miles (+2,398)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,858 miles
    Test number
    124783320217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,460 miles (+1,473)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,460 miles
    Test number
    333356729261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,987 miles (+3,449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,987 miles
    Test number
    263398828247
    • NoteO/S/F OUTER CV GAITER STARTING TO CRACK.

  21. Pass57,538 miles (+1,806)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    300625237282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,732 miles
    Test number
    354983036267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F7 TJF

Does F7 TJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 TJF is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 TJF?
The MOT on F7 TJF is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 TJF done?
F7 TJF was recorded at 96,793 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,085 miles a year.
Has F7 TJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 TJF has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on F7 TJF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F7 TJF find?
F7 TJF passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front upper suspension ball joint dust cover starting to perish/crack; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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