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V705 PER

2000 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,405 mi
Last recorded141,405 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Ford Explorer85,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV705 PER
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 141,405 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

top corrosion to all under side off vehicle

Pass 21 Dec 2021 141,378 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 141,359 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 141,211 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 141,211 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 140,727 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 140,727 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2016 140,691 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 140,664 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 139,158 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 138,510 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 129,049 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 121,585 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 116,621 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 112,605 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 108,023 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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V705 PER is a 2000 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 85,719 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 V705 PER, 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 26 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 V705 PER registered?

V705 PER is a 2000 Ford Explorer, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V705 PER safe to buy?

The MOT history for V705 PER shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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