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AE55 UJM

2005 Ford Explorer

Silver Diesel 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,741 mi
Last recorded34,741 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 2005 Ford Explorer77,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 UJM
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,741 miles

rear fog light loose

rear seats not in use

Pass 18 Dec 2008 25,075 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 24,870 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

drivers side wiper blade split

Pass 12 Dec 2005 18 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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AE55 UJM is a 2005 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,008cc diesel 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 AE55 UJM, 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.

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What year was AE55 UJM registered?

AE55 UJM is a 2005 Ford Explorer, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AE55 UJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 UJM 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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