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S159 XVW

1999 Ford Explorer

Red Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,210 mi
Last recorded83,210 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS159 XVW
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2025 83,210 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2022 82,970 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 82,892 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 82,759 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 82,759 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 82,492 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 81,389 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 78,598 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 76,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 76,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 73,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyres sidewalls perished

Pass 5 Nov 2013 71,306 miles

all tyres have cracks

Fail 4 Nov 2013 71,306 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all tyres have cracks

Pass 17 Nov 2012 68,684 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 63,477 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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S159 XVW is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Red with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S159 XVW, 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 S159 XVW registered?

S159 XVW is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S159 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S159 XVW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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