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Ford Explorer

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

V46 GHKMOT history

V46 GHK is a red petrol Ford Explorer first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2026
Mileage
72,739 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V46 GHK
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V46 GHK was last recorded at 72,739 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2015: 57,678 miles, lower than 75,663 miles on 12 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,689 miles · 22 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
1,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,739 miles
  • 2024 – 72,689 miles
  • 2023 – 72,272 miles
  • 2022 – 71,837 miles
  • 2021 – 71,062 miles
  • 2020 – 69,607 miles
  • 2019 – 66,602 miles
  • 2018 – 64,018 miles
  • 2017 – 61,430 miles
  • 2016 – 59,107 miles
  • 2015 – 57,678 miles
  • 2014 – 56,304 miles
  • 2013 – 55,210 miles
  • 2012 – 53,788 miles
  • 2011 – 53,169 miles
  • 2010 – 51,303 miles
  • 2008 – 48,309 miles
  • 2007 – 45,384 miles
  • 2006 – 41,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,739 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Under body corroded

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,739 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,739 miles
    Test number
    868386586183
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Under body corroded

  2. Pass72,689 miles (+417)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,689 miles
    Test number
    441184245373
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass72,272 miles (+435)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    72,272 miles
    Test number
    556107438151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,837 miles (+775)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,837 miles
    Test number
    126304495901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,062 miles (+1,455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,062 miles
    Test number
    840150685089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,607 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,607 miles
    Test number
    290062609268
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail69,607 miles (+3,005)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,607 miles
    Test number
    558667133147
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam replaced bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass66,602 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,602 miles
    Test number
    750607550793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,018 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,018 miles
    Test number
    841601455787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    745415140733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,430 miles (+2,323)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    992568545782
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm fit spare wheel (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass59,107 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,107 miles
    Test number
    409167863152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,678 miles (-17,985)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,678 miles
    Test number
    669193175070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail75,663 miles (+19,359)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,663 miles
    Test number
    836141275027
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass56,304 miles (+1,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    475308374070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass55,210 miles (+1,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,210 miles
    Test number
    329538673004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass53,788 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,788 miles
    Test number
    759822352089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,169 miles
    Test number
    197775071037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,169 miles (+1,866)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,169 miles
    Test number
    256758561043
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass51,303 miles (+2,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,303 miles
    Test number
    262794370006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass48,309 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,309 miles
    Test number
    832158398265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,299 miles (+2,915)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,299 miles
    Test number
    831257198211
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass45,384 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    45,384 miles
    Test number
    564690377254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,068 miles
    Test number
    702845366229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V46 GHK

Does V46 GHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V46 GHK expired on 21 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V46 GHK?
The MOT on V46 GHK expired on 21 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V46 GHK done?
V46 GHK was recorded at 72,739 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 1,713 miles a year.
Has V46 GHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V46 GHK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on V46 GHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V46 GHK find?
V46 GHK passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake pad(s) wearing thin all; rear under body corroded.

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