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K459 NES

1993 Ford Explorer

Gold Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,124 mi
Last recorded121,124 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
Typical for 1993 Ford Explorer73,675 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK459 NES
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1993
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 121,124 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 21,124 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

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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K459 NES is a 1993 Ford Explorer in Gold with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 73,675 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 K459 NES, 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 33 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 K459 NES?

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What year was K459 NES registered?

K459 NES is a 1993 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K459 NES safe to buy?

The MOT history for K459 NES shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K459 NES have outstanding finance?

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