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V176 HVX

1999 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,598 mi
Last recorded41,598 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV176 HVX
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 41,598 miles

wear in rear a/roll bar links

Pass 12 Dec 2011 39,969 miles

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

wipers starting to smear and split

Fail 12 Dec 2011 39,969 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers starting to smear and split

Pass 17 Dec 2010 38,486 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 37,183 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 35,159 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 32,636 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 27,364 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 2,500 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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V176 HVX is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 V176 HVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V176 HVX registered?

V176 HVX is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V176 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V176 HVX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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