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NT55 LWN

2005 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,482 mi
Last recorded83,482 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Explorer77,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT55 LWN
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 83,482 miles

covers fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2021 83,442 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached D bush detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 77,772 miles

all brake discs some corrosion to face

covers fitted

Fail 12 Jun 2020 77,761 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

all brake discs some corrosion to face

covers fitted

earth strap to battery loose

Pass 11 Feb 2019 68,961 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 68,961 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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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NT55 LWN is a 2005 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NT55 LWN, 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 NT55 LWN registered?

NT55 LWN is a 2005 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NT55 LWN safe to buy?

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