CarVerify

Free Car Check

W511 UCE

2000 Ford Explorer

Silver Petrol 4008cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,692 mi
Last recorded59,692 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Ford Explorer85,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW511 UCE
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2015 59,692 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight exhaust manifold leak

Fail 25 Mar 2015 59,692 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight exhaust manifold leak

Pass 22 Mar 2014 58,693 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all suspension and steering components corroded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion under vehicle

exhaust corroded

wiper blades worn

Pass 22 Mar 2013 56,542 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 54,659 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 52,731 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside track rod end gaiter split

offside rear door handle missing

Fail 24 Mar 2011 52,731 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside track rod end gaiter split

offside rear door handle missing

Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,219 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 46,768 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 46,768 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 42,772 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 38,629 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 34,079 miles

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
Full Ford Explorer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W511 UCE is a 2000 Ford Explorer in Silver with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 85,719 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 W511 UCE, 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 26 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 W511 UCE?

You can check the full history of W511 UCE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W511 UCE registered?

W511 UCE is a 2000 Ford Explorer, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W511 UCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W511 UCE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W511 UCE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W511 UCE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.