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Ford Explorer

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,008 cc

S720 BWCMOT history

S720 BWC is a red petrol Ford Explorer first used on 5 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
111,886 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S720 BWC
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
5 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S720 BWC was last recorded at 111,886 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 1,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,663 miles · 17 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,223 miles
Average per year
3,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 111,886 miles
  • 2020 – 110,663 miles
  • 2019 – 104,141 miles
  • 2018 – 102,100 miles
  • 2017 – 93,731 miles
  • 2012 – 87,374 miles
  • 2011 – 81,383 miles
  • 2010 – 77,852 miles
  • 2009 – 73,890 miles
  • 2008 – 69,425 miles
  • 2007 – 64,382 miles
  • 2006 – 58,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,886 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Engine management light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,886 miles (+1,223)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,886 miles
    Test number
    601097723928
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass110,663 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,663 miles
    Test number
    337137888497
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,659 miles (+6,518)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,659 miles
    Test number
    843696164795
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,141 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,141 miles
    Test number
    222668145451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,100 miles (+8,369)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    102,100 miles
    Test number
    851810608623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,731 miles (+6,357)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,731 miles
    Test number
    164783635157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,374 miles
    Test number
    518455862123
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail87,374 miles (+5,991)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,374 miles
    Test number
    218555362179
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass81,383 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    81,383 miles
    Test number
    345655271103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,852 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,852 miles
    Test number
    543543970156
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  11. Pass77,852 miles (+3,962)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,852 miles
    Test number
    852313270128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,890 miles (+4,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    693360079182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass69,425 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,425 miles
    Test number
    530275378198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,383 miles (+5,001)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    771350378133
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  15. Pass64,382 miles (+5,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,382 miles
    Test number
    570403677175
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass58,826 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    963172226123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,824 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,824 miles
    Test number
    793528816100
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about S720 BWC

Does S720 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S720 BWC expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S720 BWC?
The MOT on S720 BWC expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S720 BWC done?
S720 BWC was recorded at 111,886 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 3,409 miles a year.
Has S720 BWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S720 BWC has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S720 BWC 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 S720 BWC find?
S720 BWC passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pedal wearing smooth; front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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