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Ford Explorer

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,008 cc

S753 KEWMOT history

S753 KEW is a blue petrol Ford Explorer first used on 15 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 208,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
208,440 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S753 KEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S753 KEW was last recorded at 208,440 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 5,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,631 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5,809 miles
Average per year
5,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,440 miles
  • 2023 – 202,631 miles
  • 2022 – 197,108 miles
  • 2021 – 187,971 miles
  • 2019 – 179,980 miles
  • 2018 – 169,171 miles
  • 2017 – 162,078 miles
  • 2016 – 150,994 miles
  • 2015 – 144,413 miles
  • 2012 – 141,134 miles
  • 2011 – 133,780 miles
  • 2010 – 128,520 miles
  • 2009 – 126,613 miles
  • 2008 – 120,727 miles
  • 2007 – 111,810 miles
  • 2006 – 105,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail208,440 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system rigid pipe to calliper flex hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded under body from tank
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all arms and rods/bars. Also including shock casings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre old, perished and cracking on tread area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail208,440 miles (+5,809)2 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,440 miles
    Test number
    718596915249
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system rigid pipe to calliper flex hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded under body from tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all arms and rods/bars. Also including shock casings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass202,631 miles (+5,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    202,631 miles
    Test number
    960000501836
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass197,108 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    197,108 miles
    Test number
    520580194918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail197,103 miles (+9,132)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,103 miles
    Test number
    883191475527
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass187,971 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    187,971 miles
    Test number
    676750413085
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  6. Fail187,952 miles (+7,972)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,952 miles
    Test number
    558343314077
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  7. Pass179,980 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,980 miles
    Test number
    817035056131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  8. Fail179,973 miles (+10,802)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,973 miles
    Test number
    318976065232
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  9. Pass169,171 miles (+7,093)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    169,171 miles
    Test number
    499681258604
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all front and rear brake pipes covered in a casing not allowing full inspection (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak SLIGHT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion through out of vehicle

  10. Pass162,078 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    162,078 miles
    Test number
    431896959642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre old, perished and cracking on tread area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre old, perished and cracking on tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail162,077 miles (+11,083)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,077 miles
    Test number
    657296743821
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre old, perished and cracking on tread area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre old, perished and cracking on tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass150,994 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    150,994 miles
    Test number
    257076602593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail150,993 miles (+6,580)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,993 miles
    Test number
    683153257347
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass144,413 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    144,413 miles
    Test number
    697779685006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/S/F and N/S/R tyres starting to crack
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail144,413 miles (+3,279)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,413 miles
    Test number
    969256785090
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/S/F and N/S/R tyres starting to crack
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass141,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    141,134 miles
    Test number
    638570172209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail141,093 miles (+29)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,093 miles
    Test number
    937810872256
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail141,064 miles (+7,284)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,064 miles
    Test number
    269555452263
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass133,780 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    818129361261
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear eshaust catching chassie.

  20. Fail133,779 miles (+5,259)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,779 miles
    Test number
    487975161237
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear eshaust catching chassie.

  21. Pass128,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    128,520 miles
    Test number
    482169150288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail128,520 miles (+1,907)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,520 miles
    Test number
    434974650255
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass126,613 miles (+5,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    126,613 miles
    Test number
    394672079201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass120,727 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    120,727 miles
    Test number
    803344638209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail120,701 miles (+8,891)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,701 miles
    Test number
    224190138293
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass111,810 miles (+44)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    394597027499
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings?

  27. Fail111,766 miles (+6,526)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,766 miles
    Test number
    571195027216
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteNsf wiper split,play in rear wheel bearings,

  28. Pass105,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    105,240 miles
    Test number
    963649126239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S753 KEW

Does S753 KEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S753 KEW expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S753 KEW?
The MOT on S753 KEW expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S753 KEW done?
S753 KEW was recorded at 208,440 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 5,159 miles a year.
Has S753 KEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S753 KEW has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S753 KEW 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 S753 KEW find?
S753 KEW failed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system rigid pipe to calliper flex hose; nearside rear tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape; brake performance unable to be tested, and 11 more.

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