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V894 KEW

1999 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,583 mi
Last recorded100,583 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV894 KEW
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2021 100,583 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 99,311 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 96,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 95,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 91,805 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 89,651 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 88,394 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 78,887 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 77,191 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 75,324 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 75,324 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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)

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

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2011 70,651 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 68,613 miles

all discs slightly pitted

Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,134 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 38,815 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s wiper starting to split

Pass 3 Apr 2007 34,295 miles

Front and rear brake pads low in thickness

Pass 6 Apr 2006 29,542 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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V894 KEW is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 V894 KEW, 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 V894 KEW registered?

V894 KEW is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 18 November 1999.

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The MOT history for V894 KEW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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