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S456 NHG

1998 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

113,310 mi
Last recorded113,310 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Explorer92,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS456 NHG
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2012 113,310 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wipers slightly split

near side rear tyre slightly bulged

off side rear body shock slightly damp

power steering pipes starting to rust

Pass 17 Jan 2011 107,249 miles

centre exhaust mount brocken

front number plate slightly cracked

slight play in off side front hub

Fail 18 Jan 2010 101,332 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 101,332 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 93,047 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 93,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 87,010 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 83,485 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jan 2007 83,485 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 79,363 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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S456 NHG is a 1998 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S456 NHG, 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

How do I check the history of S456 NHG?

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What year was S456 NHG registered?

S456 NHG is a 1998 Ford Explorer, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S456 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S456 NHG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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