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Ford Explorer

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

V658 VWLMOT history

V658 VWL is a grey petrol Ford Explorer first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,439 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V658 VWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V658 VWL was last recorded at 79,439 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 1,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,380 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,059 miles
Average per year
1,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,439 miles
  • 2025 – 78,380 miles
  • 2024 – 77,067 miles
  • 2023 – 75,362 miles
  • 2022 – 74,730 miles
  • 2021 – 74,375 miles
  • 2020 – 73,702 miles
  • 2019 – 72,993 miles
  • 2018 – 71,900 miles
  • 2017 – 71,114 miles
  • 2016 – 70,039 miles
  • 2015 – 68,774 miles
  • 2014 – 67,886 miles
  • 2013 – 67,466 miles
  • 2012 – 66,349 miles
  • 2011 – 65,567 miles
  • 2010 – 64,110 miles
  • 2009 – 61,531 miles
  • 2008 – 59,519 miles
  • 2007 – 57,515 miles
  • 2006 – 53,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,439 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 Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,439 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,439 miles
    Test number
    487279746143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,380 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    296142010681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,067 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,067 miles
    Test number
    966330777561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,362 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,362 miles
    Test number
    641572081280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,730 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    341461286494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,724 miles (+349)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,724 miles
    Test number
    377960683304
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass74,375 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,375 miles
    Test number
    757508554701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,702 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,702 miles
    Test number
    816038268035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail73,697 miles (+704)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    922932875768
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass72,993 miles (+1,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,993 miles
    Test number
    183343166377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass71,900 miles (+786)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,900 miles
    Test number
    728770391666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules top (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryAll4 tyres perishing

  12. Pass71,114 miles (+1,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,114 miles
    Test number
    988180966117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass70,039 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,039 miles
    Test number
    122650303097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,774 miles (+888)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,774 miles
    Test number
    177624865459
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking

  15. Pass67,886 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,886 miles
    Test number
    646370354138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,466 miles (+1,117)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,466 miles
    Test number
    959129003374
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  17. Pass66,349 miles (+782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    285100302333
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass65,567 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,567 miles
    Test number
    439833981235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,110 miles (+2,579)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    671220980218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,531 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,531 miles
    Test number
    743584769249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,519 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    762952668227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,509 miles (+1,994)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,509 miles
    Test number
    500599558237
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass57,515 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    57,515 miles
    Test number
    780374587225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,382 miles
    Test number
    300501246216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V658 VWL

Does V658 VWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V658 VWL is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V658 VWL?
The MOT on V658 VWL is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V658 VWL done?
V658 VWL was recorded at 79,439 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,325 miles a year.
Has V658 VWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V658 VWL has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on V658 VWL 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 V658 VWL find?
V658 VWL passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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