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HS51 XEN

2002 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,888 mi
Last recorded70,888 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Explorer91,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XEN
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 70,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Diff slight weepage

Steering rack slight weepage upper sill

Fail 19 Oct 2017 70,888 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Diff slight weapage

Steering rack slight weapage upper sill

Pass 18 Oct 2016 66,465 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 61,940 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 58,668 miles

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

steering rack has a slight seepage from a seal.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 55,237 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all tyres on the vehicle are cracking but have no exsposed cords.

Pass 26 Oct 2012 51,637 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

battery insecure.

engine management light stays illuminated.

Pass 31 Oct 2011 48,633 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine light on

Pass 18 Oct 2010 48,438 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine man. light on

Pass 22 Oct 2009 46,681 miles

engine management light stays illuminated

Pass 2 Oct 2008 45,688 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 45,032 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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HS51 XEN is a 2002 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 HS51 XEN, 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 24 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS51 XEN registered?

HS51 XEN is a 2002 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is HS51 XEN safe to buy?

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