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R367 DPU

1997 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,197 mi
Last recorded85,197 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR367 DPU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 85,197 miles

Oil leak

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust middle box bracket missing but still supported

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 85,197 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust middle box bracket missing but still supported

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2011 79,528 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 77,444 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 73,307 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 73,307 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 69,885 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 67,720 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 65,771 miles

slight travel on parking brake lever

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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R367 DPU is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R367 DPU, 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.

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What year was R367 DPU registered?

R367 DPU is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R367 DPU safe to buy?

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