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V193 DEJ

1999 Ford Explorer

Blue Lpg 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,464 mi
Last recorded133,464 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV193 DEJ
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 133,464 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body everywhere (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 113,464 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body everywhere (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 113,462 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged steel pipe which is part of the brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill inner . (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged steel pipe which is part of the hose. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill inner. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 113,336 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 107,639 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 107,639 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 97,073 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 97,073 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 85,511 miles

oil leak. front handbrake cable bracket broken. heavy corrosion on both rear spring lower retaining plates. corrosion on rear brake pipe over axle.

signs of grease around n/s/f cv boot.

Pass 24 Apr 2009 78,969 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 71,451 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 63,744 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 57,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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V193 DEJ is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V193 DEJ, 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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V193 DEJ is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 23 September 1999.

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