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R404 DKN

1997 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,359 mi
Last recorded65,359 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 DKN
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2013 65,359 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 64,321 miles

Exhaust-hanger bracket broken off of centre box but system adequately supported

Nearside front screen wiper split but clears screen

Non-standard fuel cap fitted

Unknown warning lamp illuminated on dash

Intermittant fault on indicator/hazards. Working at time of test. Recommend attention.

Pass 24 Jan 2011 63,574 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 63,574 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 61,264 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 61,261 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2008 60,542 miles

exhaust corroded

plastic skirts fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2007 60,315 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 58,935 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 55,989 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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R404 DKN is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R404 DKN, 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 R404 DKN registered?

R404 DKN is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R404 DKN safe to buy?

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