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P32 REX

1997 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

144,115 mi
Last recorded144,115 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 REX
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2008 144,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

brake servo corroded

chassis corroded

front tyres wearing on edges

rear spring hangers corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2007 143,292 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear chassis corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2007 143,285 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

rear chassis corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2006 139,319 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 139,319 miles

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

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

oil spray brake pipe behind fule tank

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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P32 REX is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 95,460 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 P32 REX, 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 29 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P32 REX registered?

P32 REX is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P32 REX safe to buy?

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