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P71 UWP

1997 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,886 mi
Last recorded87,886 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 UWP
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2007 87,886 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 82,048 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 82,048 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 79,604 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 79,604 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

o/s/front wiper arm worn

oil leak

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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P71 UWP 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 60%.

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 P71 UWP, 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 P71 UWP registered?

P71 UWP is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P71 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 UWP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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