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Ford Explorer

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

T8 WCOMOT history

T8 WCO is a black petrol Ford Explorer first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 133,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
133,945 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 WCO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 WCO was last recorded at 133,945 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 3,130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,815 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,130 miles
Average per year
4,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,945 miles
  • 2025 – 130,815 miles
  • 2024 – 128,175 miles
  • 2023 – 124,092 miles
  • 2022 – 116,921 miles
  • 2021 – 109,269 miles
  • 2020 – 104,425 miles
  • 2019 – 98,318 miles
  • 2018 – 89,358 miles
  • 2017 – 81,307 miles
  • 2016 – 73,609 miles
  • 2015 – 66,644 miles
  • 2014 – 62,737 miles
  • 2013 – 60,809 miles
  • 2012 – 58,490 miles
  • 2011 – 56,000 miles
  • 2010 – 53,747 miles
  • 2009 – 51,068 miles
  • 2008 – 48,173 miles
  • 2007 – 45,154 miles
  • 2006 – 42,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,945 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,945 miles (+3,130)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    133,945 miles
    Test number
    642759948925
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass130,815 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    130,815 miles
    Test number
    504414919689
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Fail130,815 miles (+2,640)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,815 miles
    Test number
    210232543682
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  4. Pass128,175 miles (+4,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    128,175 miles
    Test number
    574266493903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass124,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,092 miles
    Test number
    886263451481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,092 miles (+7,171)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,092 miles
    Test number
    845866578328
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass116,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    979059249569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail116,921 miles (+7,652)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    863721019135
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass109,269 miles (+4,844)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,269 miles
    Test number
    840904402164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,425 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    104,425 miles
    Test number
    539946329486
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top radiator hose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle wax/corrosion inhibiter treated making component inspection difficult

  11. Fail104,425 miles (+6,107)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,425 miles
    Test number
    336077082101
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted unit has been disconnected (1.1.17 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top radiator hose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle wax/corrosion inhibiter treated making component inspection difficult

  12. Pass98,318 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    98,318 miles
    Test number
    922006207879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,927 miles (+8,569)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,927 miles
    Test number
    348695902444
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass89,358 miles (+8,051)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,358 miles
    Test number
    616373804738
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryWater leave low

  15. Pass81,307 miles (+7,698)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,307 miles
    Test number
    735043606835
    • AdvisoryDifferential has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryGearbox has slight oil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension and body components starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryUnable to check wheel bearings due to transmission

  16. Pass73,609 miles (+6,965)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,609 miles
    Test number
    105899263469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,644 miles (+2,866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    155620665178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass63,778 miles (+1,041)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,778 miles
    Test number
    158117745074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,737 miles
    Test number
    319164084097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,737 miles (+1,928)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,737 miles
    Test number
    275243584086
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass60,809 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,809 miles
    Test number
    687464583047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,490 miles
    Test number
    115746482051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,490 miles (+2,490)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,490 miles
    Test number
    337686182073
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass56,000 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    286854991026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,747 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,747 miles
    Test number
    972196890054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,068 miles
    Test number
    623100599041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,068 miles (+2,895)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,068 miles
    Test number
    201189089024
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  28. Pass48,173 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,173 miles
    Test number
    474949698017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,154 miles (+3,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,154 miles
    Test number
    673603797020
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass42,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,124 miles
    Test number
    423713196002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 WCO

Does T8 WCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 WCO is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 WCO?
The MOT on T8 WCO is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 WCO done?
T8 WCO was recorded at 133,945 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 4,510 miles a year.
Has T8 WCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 WCO has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T8 WCO 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 T8 WCO find?
T8 WCO passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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