MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,337 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
O/S/F TYRE WORN LIMITS 25% INNER EDGE 255/70/16
How Reliable is the Ford Explorer?
Based on 69,767 MOT tests across 7,490 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R470 BNG is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Purple with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 R470 BNG, 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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How do I check the history of R470 BNG?
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What year was R470 BNG registered?
R470 BNG is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 October 1997.
Is R470 BNG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R470 BNG shows 4 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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