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X241 PVX

2001 Ford Explorer

Blue Petrol 4011cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,062 mi
Last recorded157,062 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Explorer82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX241 PVX
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,011cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 157,062 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 148,485 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 148,139 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 143,960 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 131,261 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

fuel filler cap in poor condition

handbrake high

slight play in both track rods

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes

various oil leaks on engine

Pass 29 Mar 2011 131,261 miles

fuel filler cap in poor condition

handbrake high

slight play in both track rods

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes

various oil leaks on engine

Pass 27 Jan 2010 116,333 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 104,035 miles

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

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 25 Jan 2008 91,013 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 78,042 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)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 65,048 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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X241 PVX is a 2001 Ford Explorer in Blue with a 4,011cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Ford Explorer models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 82,334 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 X241 PVX, 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 25 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 X241 PVX registered?

X241 PVX is a 2001 Ford Explorer, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is X241 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X241 PVX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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