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P824 TVG

1997 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,277 mi
Last recorded107,277 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP824 TVG
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 107,277 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 105,792 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

brake pipes covered in spring type covers [usa type]

Fail 11 Dec 2014 105,776 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

brake pipes covered in spring type covers [usa type]

Pass 26 Apr 2013 99,918 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 94,956 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 17 May 2012 94,819 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 92,618 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 90,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 89,328 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 85,974 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 19 Jun 2007 80,884 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 74,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 68,977 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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P824 TVG is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P824 TVG, 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 P824 TVG registered?

P824 TVG is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P824 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P824 TVG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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