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Ford Explorer

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T86 BCYMOT history

T86 BCY is a blue petrol Ford Explorer first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
91,880 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T86 BCY
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
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T86 BCY was last recorded at 91,880 miles on 6 Aug 2024, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,805 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
1,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,880 miles
  • 2023 – 89,638 miles
  • 2022 – 88,680 miles
  • 2021 – 87,876 miles
  • 2020 – 87,073 miles
  • 2019 – 86,699 miles
  • 2017 – 86,146 miles
  • 2016 – 85,397 miles
  • 2014 – 83,162 miles
  • 2013 – 81,130 miles
  • 2012 – 77,857 miles
  • 2011 – 75,565 miles
  • 2010 – 73,084 miles
  • 2009 – 70,062 miles
  • 2008 – 66,030 miles
  • 2007 – 62,376 miles
  • 2006 – 58,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,880 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,880 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    91,880 miles
    Test number
    551299985418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,805 miles (+2,167)1 dangerous3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,805 miles
    Test number
    881356998856
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass89,638 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,638 miles
    Test number
    412476124106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,601 miles (+921)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    970130286600
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,680 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    965259660451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,876 miles (+803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,876 miles
    Test number
    298043343538
    • 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))

  7. Pass87,073 miles (+374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,073 miles
    Test number
    919936894512
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass86,699 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,699 miles
    Test number
    170969148342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,146 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,146 miles
    Test number
    293804551753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,397 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,397 miles
    Test number
    503330237413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,393 miles (+2,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,393 miles
    Test number
    708316400928
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass83,162 miles (+2,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,162 miles
    Test number
    386078644260
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Pass81,130 miles (+3,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,130 miles
    Test number
    355912053227
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass77,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    77,857 miles
    Test number
    378735812457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,854 miles (+2,289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,854 miles
    Test number
    706955212227
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  16. Pass75,565 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,565 miles
    Test number
    697827921238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,084 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,084 miles
    Test number
    321944820216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,062 miles (+4,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,062 miles
    Test number
    554879919296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass66,030 miles (+569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,030 miles
    Test number
    411778318206
    • 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)

  20. Fail65,461 miles (+3,085)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,461 miles
    Test number
    452565588152
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass62,376 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,376 miles
    Test number
    470354317217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,296 miles (+4,056)5 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,296 miles
    Test number
    192265967166
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousParking brake readings low (particularly nearside)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass58,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,240 miles
    Test number
    283965066111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T86 BCY

Does T86 BCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T86 BCY expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T86 BCY?
The MOT on T86 BCY expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T86 BCY done?
T86 BCY was recorded at 91,880 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2024, an average of 1,854 miles a year.
Has T86 BCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T86 BCY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T86 BCY 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 T86 BCY find?
T86 BCY passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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