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T908 TPU

1999 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,097 mi
Last recorded38,097 miles
Recorded on15 May 2007
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT908 TPU
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 May 2007 38,097 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

front tyres worn edges -near limits

Pass 15 May 2007 38,097 miles

front tyres worn edges -near limits

Pass 30 Sep 2006 34,431 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s/f bottom ball joint slight lift

parking brake just passed test

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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T908 TPU is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 89,255 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T908 TPU, 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 27 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T908 TPU registered?

T908 TPU is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 12 July 1999.

Is T908 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T908 TPU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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