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R919 OCE

1998 Ford Explorer

Gold Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,842 mi
Last recorded141,842 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR919 OCE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2007 141,842 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 129,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R919 OCE is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Gold with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 R919 OCE, 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

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What year was R919 OCE registered?

R919 OCE is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R919 OCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R919 OCE shows 2 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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