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B5 MOW

1997 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4011cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,187 mi
Last recorded92,187 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Ford Explorer95,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 MOW
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,011cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2020 92,187 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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B5 MOW is a 1997 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,011cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 95,460 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 B5 MOW, 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 29 years old, this Ford Explorer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B5 MOW registered?

B5 MOW is a 1997 Ford Explorer, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is B5 MOW safe to buy?

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