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R656 THH

1997 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,150 mi
Last recorded128,150 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 THH
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2010 128,150 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 21 Aug 2009 118,908 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 118,746 miles

Centre Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 102,153 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 98,917 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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R656 THH is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R656 THH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R656 THH registered?

R656 THH is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R656 THH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R656 THH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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