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DAZ 5011

1998 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,845 mi
Last recorded135,845 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 5011
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 135,845 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 130,995 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 125,725 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 123,221 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 116,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 113,595 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

batt insecure

Pass 26 Jan 2011 107,656 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 107,587 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 102,509 miles

engine management light stays illuminated on dash

handbrake travel high

offside front sidelight illuminated after being tapped

Fail 5 Feb 2009 96,924 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 96,924 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 92,494 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 87,472 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 79,319 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 79,319 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DAZ 5011 is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 92,272 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 DAZ 5011, 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 28 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAZ 5011 registered?

DAZ 5011 is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is DAZ 5011 safe to buy?

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