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T308 RCE

1999 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,222 mi
Last recorded155,222 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Ford Explorer89,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT308 RCE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 155,222 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 144,344 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 137,916 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 135,385 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 133,981 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 132,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 130,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 128,241 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 126,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 126,118 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 110,246 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 110,245 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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T308 RCE is a 1999 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T308 RCE, 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.

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What year was T308 RCE registered?

T308 RCE is a 1999 Ford Explorer, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is T308 RCE safe to buy?

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