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Ford Explorer

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T429 TRHMOT history

T429 TRH is a blue petrol Ford Explorer first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 70,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
70,812 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2024
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T429 TRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T429 TRH was last recorded at 70,812 miles on 16 Mar 2024, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,675 miles · 27 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 70,812 miles
  • 2023 – 70,675 miles
  • 2022 – 70,534 miles
  • 2018 – 70,135 miles
  • 2017 – 69,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,812 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 18 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,812 miles (+137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,812 miles
    Test number
    574504055812
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  2. Pass70,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    270622223316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    864460015116
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass70,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,534 miles
    Test number
    419090986208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. FailMileage not read5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    397513118613
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Cab mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  6. Pass70,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,135 miles
    Test number
    336746103337
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail70,135 miles (+503)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,135 miles
    Test number
    916313907016
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,632 miles
    Test number
    345083332124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T429 TRH

Does T429 TRH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T429 TRH expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T429 TRH?
The MOT on T429 TRH expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T429 TRH done?
T429 TRH was recorded at 70,812 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2024, an average of 173 miles a year.
Has T429 TRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T429 TRH has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T429 TRH 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 T429 TRH find?
T429 TRH passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: central front upper steering column top bearing slightly worn; rear brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported.

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