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Ford Explorer

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T889 AUAMOT history

T889 AUA is a red petrol Ford Explorer first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 161,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
161,342 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 AUA
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 AUA was last recorded at 161,342 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 10,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,972 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
10,370 miles
Average per year
3,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,342 miles
  • 2022 – 150,972 miles
  • 2021 – 146,899 miles
  • 2020 – 146,131 miles
  • 2019 – 144,710 miles
  • 2018 – 142,992 miles
  • 2017 – 139,339 miles
  • 2016 – 136,926 miles
  • 2015 – 132,712 miles
  • 2014 – 129,511 miles
  • 2013 – 129,367 miles
  • 2012 – 126,811 miles
  • 2011 – 125,772 miles
  • 2010 – 123,580 miles
  • 2009 – 121,244 miles
  • 2008 – 118,939 miles
  • 2007 – 114,303 miles
  • 2006 – 109,770 miles
  • 2005 – 101,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,342 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,342 miles (+10,370)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,342 miles
    Test number
    466274881352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass150,972 miles (+4,073)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,972 miles
    Test number
    676421740342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,899 miles (+768)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,899 miles
    Test number
    911383007161
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle tatty

  4. Pass146,131 miles (+1,421)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,131 miles
    Test number
    296422404889
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass144,710 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    144,710 miles
    Test number
    259227119642
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,709 miles (+1,717)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,709 miles
    Test number
    566568880279
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,992 miles (+3,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,992 miles
    Test number
    645600953446
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass139,339 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,339 miles
    Test number
    658529432341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass136,926 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,926 miles
    Test number
    145730088642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,712 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    132,712 miles
    Test number
    245611905254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,631 miles (+3,120)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,631 miles
    Test number
    535184995148
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass129,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,511 miles
    Test number
    368152184116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail129,511 miles (+144)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,511 miles
    Test number
    566652784102
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass129,367 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    129,367 miles
    Test number
    888419793175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,362 miles (+2,551)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,362 miles
    Test number
    309700093119
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass126,811 miles (+1,039)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    126,811 miles
    Test number
    289431272112
    • NoteOuter sills not inspected due to plastic covers

  17. Pass125,772 miles (+2,192)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    125,772 miles
    Test number
    898205971199
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  18. Pass123,580 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    123,580 miles
    Test number
    211292370168
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOuter sills not inspected due to plastic covers
    • NoteSteering universal joint gaitor split

  19. Fail123,580 miles (+2,336)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,580 miles
    Test number
    511452170154
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOuter sills not inspected due to plastic covers
    • NoteSteering universal joint gaitor split

  20. Pass121,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    121,244 miles
    Test number
    754057389127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail121,244 miles (+2,305)8 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,244 miles
    Test number
    993902989172
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass118,939 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,939 miles
    Test number
    150321778163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    114,303 miles
    Test number
    293816287127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail114,303 miles (+4,533)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,303 miles
    Test number
    254247377458
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass109,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    711368796125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail109,770 miles (+8,329)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    270697286445
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail101,441 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,441 miles
    Test number
    132189085120
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T889 AUA

Does T889 AUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T889 AUA expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T889 AUA?
The MOT on T889 AUA expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T889 AUA done?
T889 AUA was recorded at 161,342 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 3,304 miles a year.
Has T889 AUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 AUA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T889 AUA 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 T889 AUA find?
T889 AUA passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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