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Ford Explorer

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 4,008 cc

V6 BLGMOT history

V6 BLG is a gold petrol Ford Explorer first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,536 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
153,536 km
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,861 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 BLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 BLG was last recorded at 153,536 km on 8 Apr 2026, 595 km more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,941 km · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
595 km
Average per year
2,861 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,536 km
  • 2025 – 152,941 km
  • 2024 – 148,524 km
  • 2023 – 144,556 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,536 km
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBody Has Slight CorrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly Corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper Slightly Corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Driveline noise on road

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,536 km (+595)3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    153,536 km
    Test number
    831355493656
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Components Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass152,941 km (+4,417)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    152,941 km
    Test number
    806761957928
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front And Rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front and Rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass148,524 km (+3,968)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    148,524 km
    Test number
    114699091389
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass144,556 km (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,556 km
    Test number
    852922851039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail144,543 km2 dangerous5 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,543 km
    Test number
    950993689877
    • DangerousNearside Rear Halfshaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Halfshaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail144,488 miles (+3,537)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,488 miles
    Test number
    231806466141
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill close to seat belt anchorage point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill close to seat belt anchorage point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass140,951 miles (+991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    216927963191
    • AdvisoryBody Has Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass139,960 miles (+2,046)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,960 miles
    Test number
    752420117726
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass137,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,914 miles
    Test number
    373765907807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail137,914 miles (+1,189)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,914 miles
    Test number
    542688526431
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass136,725 miles (+1,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,725 miles
    Test number
    451528559527
    • AdvisoryDriveline noise on road
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion throughout
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass135,159 miles (+3,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,159 miles
    Test number
    313913348755
    • AdvisoryDriveline noise on road
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres getting close to limit
  13. Pass131,736 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    131,736 miles
    Test number
    905576304407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,723 miles (+17)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,723 miles
    Test number
    826218114807
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  15. Fail131,706 miles (+2,183)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,706 miles
    Test number
    817279350877
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section silencer holed and corroded (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded brake hose above rear axle ferrule excessively corroded. (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryGearbox has oil leak
  16. Pass129,523 miles (+3,974)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,523 miles
    Test number
    836204438176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,549 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    125,549 miles
    Test number
    977345794274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre under inflated
  18. Fail125,549 miles (+3,455)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,549 miles
    Test number
    548425394226
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre under inflated
  19. Pass122,094 miles (+5,123)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,094 miles
    Test number
    518785293244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,971 miles (+231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    116,971 miles
    Test number
    338001212341
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  21. Fail116,740 miles (+4,380)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,740 miles
    Test number
    667084462210
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  22. Pass112,360 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    112,360 miles
    Test number
    365771971411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,881 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,881 miles
    Test number
    783036760257
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNear side rear fuel filler tube/ breather both corroded
  24. Pass106,881 miles (+8,888)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    106,881 miles
    Test number
    972066560278
    • NoteNear side rear fuel filler tube/ breather both corroded
  25. Pass97,993 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    97,993 miles
    Test number
    283673479254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • NoteBoth near side rear fuel filler / breather pipes slightly corroded
  26. Fail97,993 miles (+13,739)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,993 miles
    Test number
    351491079281
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • NoteBoth near side rear fuel filler / breather pipes slightly corroded
  27. Pass84,254 miles (+8,897)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    270199168250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass75,357 miles (+7,178)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    142117467250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    351440076486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 BLG

Does V6 BLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 BLG is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 BLG?
The MOT on V6 BLG is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 BLG done?
V6 BLG was recorded at 153,536 km at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,861 km a year.
Has V6 BLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 BLG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 BLG 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 V6 BLG find?
V6 BLG passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 14 more.

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