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Ford Explorer

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T227 LKLMOT history

T227 LKL is a green petrol Ford Explorer first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 187,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
187,428 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T227 LKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T227 LKL was last recorded at 187,428 miles on 29 Jan 2022, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,349 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
6,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 187,428 miles
  • 2021 – 187,349 miles
  • 2020 – 185,248 miles
  • 2019 – 178,834 miles
  • 2018 – 173,686 miles
  • 2017 – 167,661 miles
  • 2016 – 160,936 miles
  • 2015 – 155,392 miles
  • 2014 – 148,854 miles
  • 2013 – 141,664 miles
  • 2012 – 135,152 miles
  • 2011 – 129,399 miles
  • 2010 – 122,276 miles
  • 2009 – 118,401 miles
  • 2008 – 107,699 miles
  • 2007 – 94,670 miles
  • 2006 – 81,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,428 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHand brake 16%
  • AdvisoryLeaf spring retaining clips broke
  • AdvisoryTow bar ball missing

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Steering column lower steering rack gaiter split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,428 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    187,428 miles
    Test number
    708869700757
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake 16%
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring retaining clips broke
    • AdvisoryTow bar ball missing

  2. Fail187,428 miles (+79)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,428 miles
    Test number
    201962206921
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake 16%
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring retaining clips broke
    • AdvisoryTow bar ball missing

  3. Fail187,349 miles (+2,101)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,349 miles
    Test number
    630284559174
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass185,248 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    185,248 miles
    Test number
    451058132850
    • AdvisorySteering column lower steering rack gaiter split

  5. Fail185,239 miles (+6,405)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,239 miles
    Test number
    825335426475
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column lower steering rack gaiter split

  6. Pass178,834 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,834 miles
    Test number
    510823790964
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail178,834 miles (+5,148)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,834 miles
    Test number
    553733256090
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass173,686 miles (+6,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    173,686 miles
    Test number
    853099000363
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass167,661 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    167,661 miles
    Test number
    852155124739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass160,936 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    160,936 miles
    Test number
    196080361024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail160,916 miles (+5,524)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,916 miles
    Test number
    821992952012
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass155,392 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    155,392 miles
    Test number
    756970975113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail155,392 miles (+6,538)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,392 miles
    Test number
    967650775123
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass148,854 miles (+7,190)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    148,854 miles
    Test number
    876984464185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass141,664 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    141,664 miles
    Test number
    608260873154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass135,152 miles (+5,753)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    135,152 miles
    Test number
    977208772115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass129,399 miles (+7,123)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    129,399 miles
    Test number
    257601861473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,276 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    122,276 miles
    Test number
    761352250102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,401 miles (+10,702)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    118,401 miles
    Test number
    544237149106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,699 miles (+13,029)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    910925358172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,670 miles (+13,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    94,670 miles
    Test number
    341217677105
    • NoteHandbrake peformance low

  22. Pass81,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    81,437 miles
    Test number
    181991676154
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T227 LKL

Does T227 LKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T227 LKL expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T227 LKL?
The MOT on T227 LKL expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T227 LKL done?
T227 LKL was recorded at 187,428 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2022, an average of 6,789 miles a year.
Has T227 LKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T227 LKL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T227 LKL 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 T227 LKL find?
T227 LKL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe; hand brake 16%, and 2 more.

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