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Ford Explorer.
What to Check Before Buying.
The Ford Explorer is a large American SUV that arrived in the UK primarily as a plug-in hybrid from 2020 onwards. It offers three-row seating and substantial space, appealing to buyers needing genuine seven-seat capacity without stepping up to a full-size van conversion. As a relatively recent import model with limited UK sales, finding service history and understanding long-term reliability requires extra diligence. Buyers should pay particular attention to hybrid system health, suspension components under the weight of the vehicle, and ensuring any example has been properly maintained to UK specifications.
⚠ Known issue
The Explorer's plug-in hybrid system and complex electronics have shown some early reliability concerns that warrant close inspection - get the full picture before you buy.
⚠ Common MOT failure
Lighting faults and electrical issues
The average used car has 3+ known model faults the seller won't mention.
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