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V887 GNO

1999 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,393 mi
Last recorded94,393 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV887 GNO
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 94,393 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Center exhaust mounts broken but the exhaust system is still adequately supported

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 94,386 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Center exhaust mount broken but the system is still adequately supported

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 92,130 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 90,807 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 87,785 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Nov 2009 87,785 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2008 84,207 miles

ADVISE ADJUSTMENT OF HANDBRAKE AT REAR DRUMS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

TYRES STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF PERISHING

Pass 12 Dec 2006 76,443 miles

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

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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V887 GNO is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V887 GNO, 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 V887 GNO registered?

V887 GNO is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 18 September 1999.

Is V887 GNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V887 GNO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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