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P585 MBD

1997 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,809 mi
Last recorded88,809 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP585 MBD
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 88,809 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jul 2016 88,778 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2015 82,667 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2014 81,689 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

very rusty on suspenion and chassis

wiper rubbers worn

Pass 13 Mar 2013 75,920 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 75,887 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 70,671 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 70,671 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 65,053 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 62,034 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 58,412 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 54,348 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 50,173 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 46,354 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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P585 MBD is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 P585 MBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P585 MBD registered?

P585 MBD is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P585 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P585 MBD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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