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R38 NEH

1998 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,550 mi
Last recorded36,550 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 NEH
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 36,550 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 34,779 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 33,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 31,969 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 31,138 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2021 30,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 29,530 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

vehicle heavily under sealed.

Pass 4 Feb 2019 28,384 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

vehicle heavily under sealed.

Pass 5 Feb 2018 27,297 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 25,922 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 24,813 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 23,525 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 22,160 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 20,696 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 19,339 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 18,170 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 17,136 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 15,932 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 15,664 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 14,917 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 13,733 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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R38 NEH is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R38 NEH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R38 NEH?

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What year was R38 NEH registered?

R38 NEH is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R38 NEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 NEH shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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