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S149 RNE

1998 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

103,954 mi
Last recorded103,954 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS149 RNE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 103,954 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft sill oil leak

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

Under body surface corrosion

Fail 29 Nov 2016 103,573 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported box 2x hanger snapped (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across an axel (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Fluid suspension unit displaced on rear axel (2.4.D.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes don't work at all and show no performance

Pass 19 Nov 2015 101,133 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 97,303 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Engine light on

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 92,895 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 May 2013 92,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 92,233 miles

ADVISORYS ON TEST 45535242158

Fail 24 May 2012 92,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2011 90,551 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2010 89,172 miles

corrosion on brake pipe over rear axle. corrosion on rear spring lower retaining plates. o/s/f outer pad lining low. corrosion on both front brake pipes under wheel arches.

Pass 15 May 2009 89,096 miles

corrosion on o/s/f brake pipe in engine bay.wiring to rear toe bar damaged.rear brake pipes grease coated tested best i could.heavy corrosion on n/s/f brake pipe under wheel arch.

Fail 14 May 2009 89,096 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Inner Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion on o/s/f brake pipe in engine bay.wiring to rear toe bar damaged.rear brake pipes grease coated tested best i could.heavy corrosion on n/s/f brake pipe under wheel arch.

rear hand brake performance just within limits advise full brake service.

Pass 19 Jun 2008 87,472 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 84,771 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 77,536 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 77,533 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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S149 RNE is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S149 RNE, 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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S149 RNE is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 17 August 1998.

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