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W983 WOA

2000 Ford Explorer

Black Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

135,934 mi
Last recorded135,934 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Ford Explorer85,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW983 WOA
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 135,934 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Oct 2016 130,962 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 123,253 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 118,159 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 111,955 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 106,085 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 102,057 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 98,143 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 98,143 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 93,129 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 84,353 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 76,663 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 71,117 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 71,117 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 67,378 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
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W983 WOA is a 2000 Ford Explorer in Black with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W983 WOA, 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

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What year was W983 WOA registered?

W983 WOA is a 2000 Ford Explorer, first registered on 17 March 2000.

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