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R762 PCU

1998 Ford Explorer

White Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,830 mi
Last recorded71,830 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR762 PCU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 71,830 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2016 69,370 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 67,194 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 64,614 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 61,457 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 58,809 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 58,801 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 57,239 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 55,158 miles

Brake Discs worn / scored

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil Leak Nearside rear Hub / Axle Seal

Pass 9 Feb 2010 52,574 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 48,839 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 45,533 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 41,592 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 37,264 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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R762 PCU is a 1998 Ford Explorer in White with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R762 PCU, 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.

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What year was R762 PCU registered?

R762 PCU is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 28 February 1998.

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