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S142 LFL

1998 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

110,354 mi
Last recorded110,354 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS142 LFL
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 110,354 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 101,077 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 101,077 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 93,508 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 93,508 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 84,716 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 84,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 76,011 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 73,523 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 71,762 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 69,759 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 68,073 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 64,381 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 59,404 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 55,021 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 52,476 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 49,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 41,435 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 37,322 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 37,322 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 34,375 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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S142 LFL is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 S142 LFL, 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 S142 LFL registered?

S142 LFL is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S142 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S142 LFL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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