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GR05 MXP

2005 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,464 mi
Last recorded117,464 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Explorer77,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR05 MXP
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 117,464 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 114,673 miles

n/side rear shock misting

Pass 12 Feb 2024 113,507 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 112,739 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 110,205 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 104,988 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 98,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hand brake only just met efficiency

Pass 31 Jul 2018 90,764 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 128,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear screw in centre of tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 118,706 miles

Future mot test info Vehicle weight 2170kg

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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GR05 MXP is a 2005 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GR05 MXP, 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 GR05 MXP registered?

GR05 MXP is a 2005 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GR05 MXP safe to buy?

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