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R258 NJT

1998 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

127,687 mi
Last recorded127,687 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 NJT
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 127,687 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 123,318 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 121,385 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 114,651 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

handbrake readings low

rear anti roll bar links worn

Pass 29 Jan 2010 107,103 miles

front brakes worn

front number plate crack

nearside front tyre 2mm inner edge

offside front tyre limit and uneven inner tread

rear roll bar links and bushes worn

Fail 28 Jan 2010 107,103 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate crack

front pads and discs worn to limit (offside inner)

nearside front tyre 2mm inner edge

offside front tyre limit and uneven inner tread

rear roll bar links and bushes worn

Pass 17 Feb 2009 99,128 miles

front tyres 3mm inner edge

rear brake pads worn

Pass 21 Feb 2008 92,011 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 83,867 miles

Front number plate cracked

Rear silencer exhaust rubber perrished

Steering column U/J gaiter split

Pass 24 Feb 2006 75,480 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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R258 NJT is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R258 NJT, 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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What year was R258 NJT registered?

R258 NJT is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R258 NJT safe to buy?

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