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Ford Explorer

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T847 LPUMOT history

T847 LPU is a red petrol Ford Explorer first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
103,582 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 LPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 LPU was last recorded at 103,582 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 1,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,481 miles · 3 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,101 miles
Average per year
3,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,582 miles
  • 2021 – 102,481 miles
  • 2019 – 100,623 miles
  • 2018 – 99,209 miles
  • 2017 – 97,466 miles
  • 2016 – 95,656 miles
  • 2015 – 92,240 miles
  • 2014 – 89,692 miles
  • 2013 – 86,140 miles
  • 2012 – 82,779 miles
  • 2011 – 77,686 miles
  • 2010 – 73,083 miles
  • 2009 – 67,488 miles
  • 2008 – 62,951 miles
  • 2007 – 57,587 miles
  • 2006 – 51,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,582 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,582 miles
    Test number
    361002512598
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Fail103,582 miles (+1,101)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,582 miles
    Test number
    800407755172
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Pass102,481 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,481 miles
    Test number
    544351045371
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail102,474 miles (+1,851)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,474 miles
    Test number
    450497521933
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower 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 dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency just met repair or adjustment may be required
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
  5. Pass100,623 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,623 miles
    Test number
    921623026764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,209 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,209 miles
    Test number
    140993661492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  7. Fail99,208 miles (+1,742)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,208 miles
    Test number
    812559396105
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  8. Pass97,466 miles (+1,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    616246125652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  9. Pass95,656 miles (+3,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    117615317947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass92,240 miles (+2,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,240 miles
    Test number
    166250675037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass89,692 miles (+3,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,692 miles
    Test number
    575390884032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass86,140 miles (+3,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,140 miles
    Test number
    657786383085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  13. Pass82,779 miles (+5,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    82,779 miles
    Test number
    585827082009
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass77,686 miles (+4,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,686 miles
    Test number
    589744151019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass73,083 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    692630150075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,006 miles (+5,518)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    612339540032
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
  17. Pass67,488 miles (+4,537)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    924193149053
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes surface corroision
  18. Pass62,951 miles (+5,364)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,951 miles
    Test number
    793977258081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,587 miles (+5,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    57,587 miles
    Test number
    932804457059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass51,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,773 miles
    Test number
    130034556403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T847 LPU

Does T847 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T847 LPU expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T847 LPU?
The MOT on T847 LPU expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T847 LPU done?
T847 LPU was recorded at 103,582 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 3,202 miles a year.
Has T847 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 LPU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T847 LPU 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 T847 LPU find?
T847 LPU passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: front all direction indicators slightly discoloured.

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