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AE57 VDP

2008 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,768 mi
Last recorded94,768 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Explorer68,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 VDP
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 94,768 miles

Transmission Cooler weaping fluid

Fail 27 Apr 2015 93,670 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

transmission fluid leak

Pass 8 Aug 2013 68,781 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 68,101 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,703 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AE57 VDP is a 2008 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 68,242 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 AE57 VDP, 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 18 years old, this Ford Explorer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE57 VDP registered?

AE57 VDP is a 2008 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE57 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 VDP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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