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P63 SAC

1997 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

109,507 mi
Last recorded109,507 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP63 SAC
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 109,507 miles

Corrosion to all brake pipes

Engine MIL lit

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2014 109,495 miles

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

Engine oil level on minimum

Corrosion to all brake pipes

Engine MIL lit

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

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

SIGNIFICANT corrosion to O/S sill near rear seatbelt mounting points

Pass 22 Mar 2013 107,627 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2013 107,627 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 101,901 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 98,503 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 98,503 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 96,141 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 96,141 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 93,742 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 91,890 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 89,878 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 87,605 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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P63 SAC is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P63 SAC, 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 P63 SAC registered?

P63 SAC is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is P63 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P63 SAC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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