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V725 DDF

1999 Ford Explorer

Blue Lpg 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,933 mi
Last recorded123,933 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV725 DDF
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2010 123,933 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 123,921 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2008 121,202 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 121,202 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2007 115,050 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 104,838 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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V725 DDF is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 V725 DDF, 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

How do I check the history of V725 DDF?

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What year was V725 DDF registered?

V725 DDF is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V725 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V725 DDF shows 6 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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