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Ford Explorer

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 4,008 cc

X38 LBJMOT history

X38 LBJ is a silver petrol Ford Explorer first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2024
Mileage
96,563 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,008 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 LBJ was last recorded at 96,563 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,552 miles · 23 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,563 miles
  • 2022 – 96,535 miles
  • 2021 – 96,511 miles
  • 2020 – 96,416 miles
  • 2019 – 96,342 miles
  • 2018 – 96,292 miles
  • 2017 – 96,191 miles
  • 2014 – 94,680 miles
  • 2013 – 89,222 miles
  • 2012 – 83,417 miles
  • 2011 – 77,673 miles
  • 2010 – 71,854 miles
  • 2009 – 66,374 miles
  • 2008 – 62,038 miles
  • 2007 – 56,833 miles
  • 2006 – 51,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,563 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front registration plate cracked but still can be read correctly. (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,563 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,563 miles
    Test number
    501731315529
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front registration plate cracked but still can be read correctly. (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail96,552 miles (+17)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,552 miles
    Test number
    348014565592
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Bulb inoperative (Light holder full of water). (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front registration plate cracked but still can be read correctly. (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass96,535 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,535 miles
    Test number
    946162234986
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity water ingress (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge no cords visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail96,535 miles (+24)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,535 miles
    Test number
    185435131708
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working also not working n/s (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure battery positive (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear silencer and tail pipe mountings are corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity water ingress (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge no cords visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass96,511 miles (+95)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,511 miles
    Test number
    146690901293
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked and broken (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge of tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower ball joint has slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust bracket corroded not secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Main exhaust silencer bracket corroded and not secure one of two (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass96,416 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,416 miles
    Test number
    272134283523
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly loose not likely to fall out or over
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low / worn inner edge has 3mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel filler neck slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Back box hangers broken off still has 1 holding it (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering coupling UJ dust cover severely deteriorated

  7. Fail96,410 miles (+68)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,410 miles
    Test number
    851181734055
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly loose not likely to fall out or over
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low / worn inner edge has 3mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel filler neck slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Back box hangers broken off still has 1 holding it (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering coupling UJ dust cover severely deteriorated

  8. Pass96,342 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    886619214801
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail96,342 miles (+50)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    708666972621
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass96,292 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,292 miles
    Test number
    288378500089
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail96,283 miles (+92)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,283 miles
    Test number
    504767193758
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass96,191 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,191 miles
    Test number
    375046156560
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail96,191 miles (+1,511)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,191 miles
    Test number
    801094181596
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass94,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    968352804379
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail94,679 miles (+5,457)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,679 miles
    Test number
    457502104451
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass89,222 miles (+5,805)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,222 miles
    Test number
    185700613359
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/R Brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight oil leak from transfer box

  17. Pass83,417 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,417 miles
    Test number
    159180292296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail83,416 miles (+5,743)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,416 miles
    Test number
    107216682283
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,673 miles (+5,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,673 miles
    Test number
    525980731248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass71,854 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,854 miles
    Test number
    853843720275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail71,854 miles (+5,480)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,854 miles
    Test number
    824613420260
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail66,374 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,374 miles
    Test number
    704104229210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Pass66,374 miles (+4,336)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,374 miles
    Test number
    923414729292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass62,038 miles (+3)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,038 miles
    Test number
    134282148214
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre low on pressure

  25. Fail62,035 miles (+5,202)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,035 miles
    Test number
    303141648462
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre low on pressure

  26. Pass56,833 miles (+5,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,833 miles
    Test number
    363024337258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass51,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    294843536242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,028 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    500233336272
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about X38 LBJ

Does X38 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X38 LBJ expired on 4 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X38 LBJ?
The MOT on X38 LBJ expired on 4 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X38 LBJ done?
X38 LBJ was recorded at 96,563 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023, an average of 2,677 miles a year.
Has X38 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 LBJ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on X38 LBJ 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 X38 LBJ find?
X38 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front registration plate cracked but still can be read correctly..

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