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X531 AFT

2000 Ford Explorer

Green Petrol 4008cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,508 mi
Last recorded155,508 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Explorer85,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX531 AFT
MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,008cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 155,508 miles

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

Rear axle slight end float both sides

Pass 18 Jul 2015 149,974 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 145,266 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 141,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 135,366 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 130,625 miles

Battery insecure

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate damaged

rear disc worn and corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2010 126,911 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres getting low

battery insecure

front number plate damaged

gaitor over bottom steering column joint split

n/s/r brake pads low

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

slight lift in n/s/f bottom ball joint

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 6 Jul 2009 101,373 miles

hand brake performance slightly low

long travel in hand brake

Fail 3 Jul 2009 101,236 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 75,970 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 50,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 24,368 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 24,368 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/r tyre very close to limit

Pass 24 Nov 2005 23,922 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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X531 AFT is a 2000 Ford Explorer in Green with a 4,008cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X531 AFT, 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 X531 AFT registered?

X531 AFT is a 2000 Ford Explorer, first registered on 20 November 2000.

Is X531 AFT safe to buy?

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