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VX18 EAO

2018 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,308 mi
Last recorded59,308 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Explorer31,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX18 EAO
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 59,308 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 50,544 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 42,056 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 33,016 miles

windscreen washers barely reach the screen

Pass 14 Apr 2022 24,933 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 18,899 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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VX18 EAO is a 2018 Ford Explorer in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 31,067 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 VX18 EAO, 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 8 years old, this Ford Explorer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX18 EAO?

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What year was VX18 EAO registered?

VX18 EAO is a 2018 Ford Explorer, first registered on 10 April 2018.

Is VX18 EAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX18 EAO shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX18 EAO have outstanding finance?

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