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R136 GVX

1998 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

148,001 mi
Last recorded148,001 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 GVX
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 148,001 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

all inner and all outer sills corroded/weak-oil leak-rear panel corroded-front cross member corroded-

brake pedal spongy-leaf springs corroded-all 4 shockers casings corroded-x2 rear shocker mountings areas corroded-rear anti roll bar corroded-x2 rear chassie legs corroded-fuel pipes corroded-both front tyres on limit and edges worn low

fuel filler neck corroded-x2 rear wheel bearings slight play-service and parking brakes passed on limits-all brake pipes corroded-rear brake discs corroded/pitted/worn-

rear and front brakes juddering-front number plate cracked-all seats have slight movement-exhaust system corroded/minor leak-rear and front brake pads wearing low-

Pass 16 Apr 2018 147,128 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 145,917 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 142,537 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 140,970 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chassis and suspension components corroded

front cross member corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2015 140,967 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

chassis and suspension components corroded

front cross member corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2014 139,208 miles

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

body sills corroded

chassis corroded

engine check lamp on

fuel pipes corroded

rear brake discs corroded

steering components corroded

suspension and components corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2013 137,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

slight corrosion under side of vehicle

Fail 4 Feb 2013 137,443 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

slight corrosion under side of vehicle

Pass 25 Jan 2012 135,718 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

battery insecure

Fail 13 Jan 2012 135,716 miles

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

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

Offside Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

battery insecure

Pass 20 Oct 2010 133,837 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

hand brake has alot of travel

Fail 15 Oct 2010 133,772 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket fractured (2.4.B.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 129,923 miles

Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 127,845 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 127,080 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 127,075 miles

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

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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R136 GVX is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 92,272 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 R136 GVX, 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 28 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R136 GVX is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 8 May 1998.

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