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Ford Explorer

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,008 cc

S755 SPUMOT history

S755 SPU is a black petrol Ford Explorer first used on 20 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 115,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,969 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S755 SPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S755 SPU was last recorded at 115,969 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2010: 77,600 miles, lower than 77,952 miles on 4 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,918 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
3,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,969 miles
  • 2025 – 115,918 miles
  • 2024 – 115,395 miles
  • 2023 – 114,394 miles
  • 2022 – 113,837 miles
  • 2021 – 112,875 miles
  • 2020 – 111,294 miles
  • 2019 – 108,080 miles
  • 2018 – 105,110 miles
  • 2017 – 99,901 miles
  • 2016 – 94,853 miles
  • 2015 – 93,779 miles
  • 2014 – 92,344 miles
  • 2013 – 88,493 miles
  • 2012 – 85,563 miles
  • 2011 – 82,333 miles
  • 2010 – 77,600 miles
  • 2009 – 73,382 miles
  • 2008 – 68,002 miles
  • 2007 – 63,914 miles
  • 2006 – 59,368 miles
  • 2005 – 53,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,969 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryChassis has minor corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust system fouling chassis on rear
  • AdvisoryMultiple oil leaks
  • AdvisoryParking brake travel long

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

36 tests since 28 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,969 miles (+51)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,969 miles
    Test number
    380811278206
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChassis has minor corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system fouling chassis on rear
    • AdvisoryMultiple oil leaks
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long

  2. Fail115,918 miles (+523)5 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,918 miles
    Test number
    736916823254
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective unable to secure (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChassis has minor corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded and rubbing on chassis at rear

  3. Pass115,395 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,395 miles
    Test number
    581578265160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail115,393 miles (+999)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,393 miles
    Test number
    765086655325
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass114,394 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    991055250389
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  6. Pass113,837 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,837 miles
    Test number
    249197203735
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail113,834 miles (+959)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,834 miles
    Test number
    300455044708
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass112,875 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,875 miles
    Test number
    583319092406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail112,875 miles (+1,581)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,875 miles
    Test number
    689869501671
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass111,294 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,294 miles
    Test number
    772839595324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail111,293 miles (+3,213)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    572669153242
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside 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 excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass108,080 miles (+2,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,080 miles
    Test number
    818260964516
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight deterioration on outer wall, showing signs of cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass105,110 miles (+220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    532459237222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has crack.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing low,3mm.
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail104,890 miles (+4,989)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,890 miles
    Test number
    224050416932
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has crack.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing low,3mm.
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass99,901 miles (+5,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,901 miles
    Test number
    438432974491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  16. Pass94,853 miles (+1,074)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,853 miles
    Test number
    663874575944
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass93,779 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,779 miles
    Test number
    865960721592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,344 miles
    Test number
    685629034205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail92,344 miles (+3,851)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,344 miles
    Test number
    305178434210
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail88,493 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,493 miles
    Test number
    518538113247
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass88,493 miles (+2,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,493 miles
    Test number
    545388813243
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass85,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    607232722247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail85,563 miles (+3,230)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    299900922237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass82,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    82,333 miles
    Test number
    816167511242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,333 miles (+4,733)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,333 miles
    Test number
    946356911204
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass77,600 miles (-352)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,600 miles
    Test number
    530048210250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,952 miles (+70)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,952 miles
    Test number
    764016510202
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  28. Fail77,882 miles (+4,500)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,882 miles
    Test number
    830080410259
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAddictional front fog lamps not working
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteO/s/f track rod end ceased
    • NoteUp and down movement in n/s/f track rod end

  29. Pass73,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    711576819252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail73,382 miles (+5,380)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    943515819216
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  31. Pass68,002 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,002 miles
    Test number
    834360228271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass63,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    63,914 miles
    Test number
    560365417238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,914 miles (+4,546)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,914 miles
    Test number
    283655017207
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  34. Pass59,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    420711906268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail59,368 miles (+5,565)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    200108296491
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  36. Pass53,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    53,803 miles
    Test number
    163799405268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S755 SPU

Does S755 SPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S755 SPU is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S755 SPU?
The MOT on S755 SPU is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S755 SPU done?
S755 SPU was recorded at 115,969 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,019 miles a year.
Has S755 SPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S755 SPU has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S755 SPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S755 SPU find?
S755 SPU passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 13 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 10 more.

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