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AE05 NKJ

2005 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,573 mi
Last recorded69,573 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2010
Typical for 2005 Ford Explorer77,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 NKJ
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2010 69,573 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 55,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

This vehicle requires a brake overhaul as soon as is possible.

Pass 1 Jul 2008 44,348 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 44,348 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Ford Explorer?

Based on 69,767 MOT tests across 7,490 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
4,557
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,568
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,403
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,515
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,513
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,251
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AE05 NKJ is a 2005 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 77,635 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Explorer fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 NKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Explorer typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Explorer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 NKJ registered?

AE05 NKJ is a 2005 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is AE05 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 NKJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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