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SBZ 6066

1997 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,083 mi
Last recorded64,083 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 6066
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 64,083 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 62,171 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 62,171 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front brake discs worn.

Pass 19 Nov 2007 58,165 miles

Rear brake pipes corroded.

Pass 31 Oct 2006 53,768 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 53,768 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both front tyres worn smooth on inside edge.

Front and rear metal brake pipes corroded.

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

Rear metal fuel pipes corroded.

Pass 11 Oct 2005 48,475 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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SBZ 6066 is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 95,460 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 SBZ 6066, 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 29 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 SBZ 6066 registered?

SBZ 6066 is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is SBZ 6066 safe to buy?

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