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MJI 2034

1998 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

118,382 mi
Last recorded118,382 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJI 2034
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 118,382 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 48,223 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 48,223 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 May 2013 112,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 109,480 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 105,950 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 104,279 miles

both front tyres cracking

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2008 48,907 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 48,099 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 48,097 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 46,349 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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MJI 2034 is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJI 2034, 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.

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MJI 2034 is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 28 August 1998.

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