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S380 TVM

1998 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,558 mi
Last recorded119,558 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS380 TVM
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2013 119,558 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 116,314 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 111,213 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 108,976 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

surface corrosion to all brake pipes noted

surface corrosion to underbody of vehicle noted

Pass 27 Oct 2008 108,282 miles

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

acceptable lift in both front lower ball joints

Pass 16 Dec 2005 98,294 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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S380 TVM is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 S380 TVM, 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 S380 TVM registered?

S380 TVM is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S380 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S380 TVM shows 6 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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