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Ford Explorer

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 4,008 cc

V6 XPLMOT history

V6 XPL is a green petrol Ford Explorer first used on 6 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2023
Mileage
117,975 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 XPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V6 XPL was last recorded at 117,975 miles on 10 May 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,970 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,975 miles
  • 2023 – 117,970 miles
  • 2022 – 117,374 miles
  • 2019 – 113,890 miles
  • 2018 – 111,449 miles
  • 2017 – 108,378 miles
  • 2016 – 103,951 miles
  • 2015 – 103,155 miles
  • 2014 – 99,008 miles
  • 2013 – 93,225 miles
  • 2012 – 84,997 miles
  • 2011 – 78,537 miles
  • 2010 – 67,999 miles
  • 2009 – 66,182 miles
  • 2008 – 63,943 miles
  • 2007 – 60,217 miles
  • 2006 – 53,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,975 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively deteriorated both sides of car (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute and rear (4.4.4 (a))
  • Advisory'Lift' in nearside front suspension lower ball joint,close to limit
  • AdvisoryChassis and suspension components in corroded condition,not considered seriously weakened,front and rear both sides of car.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Eml light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside of vehicle generally corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,975 miles (+5)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,975 miles
    Test number
    783055727866
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively deteriorated both sides of car (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute and rear (4.4.4 (a))
    • Advisory'Lift' in nearside front suspension lower ball joint,close to limit
    • AdvisoryChassis and suspension components in corroded condition,not considered seriously weakened,front and rear both sides of car.

  2. Fail117,970 miles (+596)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,970 miles
    Test number
    861061100212
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle showing signs of corrosion in various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass117,374 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,374 miles
    Test number
    798124940194
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle generally corroded

  4. Fail117,372 miles (+3,482)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,372 miles
    Test number
    905503318235
    • MajorNearside Front Window excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill / jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Window excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle generally corroded

  5. Pass113,890 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,890 miles
    Test number
    650299954391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front door handle in poor condition

  6. Fail113,877 miles (+2,428)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,877 miles
    Test number
    327305683993
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. odd size to rest of vehicle (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded to excess (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre and tread worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front door very difficult to open from outside vehicle,advise attention.

  7. Pass111,449 miles (+3,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,449 miles
    Test number
    210446410574
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads worn down to limit advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill at rear corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel only just met required effort (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass108,378 miles (+4,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,378 miles
    Test number
    382585906541
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met required limits
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension lower ball joint close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass103,951 miles (+796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,951 miles
    Test number
    885788170684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met required efforts

  10. Pass103,155 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,155 miles
    Test number
    558836965005
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note'lift' in nearside front suspension lower ball joint close to limit
    • NoteNearside fcront brake hose poorly mounted
    • NoteOffside steering track rod end ball joint starting to perish slightly

  11. Fail103,153 miles (+4,145)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,153 miles
    Test number
    298856665001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note'lift' in nearside front suspension lower ball joint close to limit
    • NoteNearside fcront brake hose poorly mounted
    • NoteOffside steering track rod end ball joint starting to perish slightly
    • NoteSteering feels slightly 'notchy' when turning quickly?

  12. Fail99,008 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,008 miles
    Test number
    549510864099
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front suspension lower ball joint close to limit

  13. Pass99,008 miles (+5,783)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,008 miles
    Test number
    766850164003
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front suspension lower ball joint close to limit

  14. Fail93,225 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,225 miles
    Test number
    437413963044
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perished and close to legal limit

  15. Pass93,225 miles (+8,228)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,225 miles
    Test number
    679383063043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perished and close to legal limit

  16. Pass84,997 miles (+45)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,997 miles
    Test number
    628663062096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to wear bars
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has uneven wear inner edge

  17. Fail84,952 miles (+6,415)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,952 miles
    Test number
    678559752006
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to wear bars
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has uneven wear inner edge

  18. Pass78,537 miles (+10,538)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,537 miles
    Test number
    525630461004
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  19. Pass67,999 miles (+1,817)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,999 miles
    Test number
    720263750088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteDrivers outer door handle has play in mech but working at time of test
    • NoteRear sear piviot bush missing allowing slight movement

  20. Pass66,182 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    814678549055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBoth number plates held on by tape but visable and sacure
    • NoteFront wheels spaced out but rears are not
    • NoteFront wipers judder but view of the road not obstructed
    • NoteSteering column dust gator split

  21. Fail66,182 miles (+2,239)1 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    501228949040
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBoth number plates held on by tape but visable and sacure
    • NoteFront wheels spaced out but rears are not
    • NoteFront wipers judder but view of the road not obstructed
    • NoteSteering column dust gator split

  22. Pass63,943 miles (+3,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,943 miles
    Test number
    554003158023
    • NoteNear side front head light aim on hight limit

  23. Pass60,217 miles (+6,632)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,217 miles
    Test number
    351216047041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    984207146052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 XPL

Does V6 XPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 XPL expired on 14 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 XPL?
The MOT on V6 XPL expired on 14 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 XPL done?
V6 XPL was recorded at 117,975 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
Has V6 XPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 XPL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 XPL 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 XPL find?
V6 XPL failed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/chassis out rigger; nearside rear inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 6 more.

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