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LYP 5X

1998 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

106,818 mi
Last recorded106,818 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYP 5X
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 106,818 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 102,888 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 99,905 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 97,750 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 95,364 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 93,525 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 89,638 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 86,855 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 84,336 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 80,759 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 78,678 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 77,020 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 72,953 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 63,956 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing inside edge

Pass 23 Feb 2011 57,324 miles

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

both front round chassis and both front to rear inside of chassis brake pipes covered passed as inspected

offside front brake binding slightley

Pass 11 Mar 2010 53,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 53,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 49,106 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 49,106 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LYP 5X is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LYP 5X, 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

How do I check the history of LYP 5X?

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What year was LYP 5X registered?

LYP 5X is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 12 October 1998.

Is LYP 5X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYP 5X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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