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K488 PGN

1993 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,013 mi
Last recorded84,013 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2008
Typical for 1993 Ford Explorer73,675 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK488 PGN
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2008 84,013 miles

chip in windscreen zone B

continental headlights fitted with dip shields, new headlights must be fitted for the next mot test,

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle, suspension components and brake pipes etc

Pass 22 Jan 2007 82,521 miles

Both front metal pipe/hoses corroded

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

Front number plate cracked

Front side repeaters not E marked but just visible from 1000mm of rear bumper

Headlights tested on main beam after advise from helpline

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 81,334 miles

offside rear tyre puncture fixed using old style methord see marked area

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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K488 PGN is a 1993 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 K488 PGN, 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 K488 PGN?

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What year was K488 PGN registered?

K488 PGN is a 1993 Ford Explorer, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K488 PGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K488 PGN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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