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AE05 YCU

2005 Ford Explorer

Gold Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,878 mi
Last recorded33,878 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 2005 Ford Explorer77,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 YCU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2010 33,878 miles

all four tyres extreamly close to limits

Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,769 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,679 miles

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 YCU is a 2005 Ford Explorer in Gold with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YCU, 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

How do I check the history of AE05 YCU?

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What year was AE05 YCU registered?

AE05 YCU is a 2005 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AE05 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 YCU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE05 YCU have outstanding finance?

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