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About this vehicle: VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 is a 2017 FORD EXPLORER in Damaged condition with 288,648 km shown; primary damage noted as REAR END. Use this auction-check page for photos and specs before you bid, buy, or ship.
This page is the auction-check record for VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226. It contains the latest available information about this 2017 FORD EXPLORER including photographs from the auction lot, odometer readings, damage category, listed condition, estimated value where available, and provenance details from the originating marketplace. The Vehicle Identification Number 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 is a unique 17-character code assigned at manufacture that encodes the country of origin, manufacturer, vehicle type, restraint system, model line, engine type, and production sequence for this specific unit.
Buyers researching VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 typically want to confirm whether this FORD EXPLORER has been through a salvage auction, whether it carries a clean or rebuilt title, and what the recorded mileage was at the time of sale. The details above are extracted directly from the auction feed and should be verified against official government title records and an independent mechanical inspection before purchase. At last record, the odometer showed 288,648 km. Primary damage is listed as REAR END, which may affect insurability, repair cost, and resale value.
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VIN: 1FM5K8D88HGC13226
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2017 Ford Explorer
This report includes specification, photos, listing timelines, and contextual notes where the auction feed provides them.
Page reflects listing data as of May 22, 2026.
Our records first captured this listing on January 28, 2026. Listing data was last refreshed on May 22, 2026.
Structured reading of the fields on this row—how severity tends to present in repairs, how this model line is discussed by owners, why auction aggregators surface vehicles like this, and buyer-facing takeaways that go beyond repeating specifications.
Relative severity: Medium
Damage language sits in a mid band where repairs may be straightforward for specialists yet still hide unseen structural or mechanical work.
Expect blended body and mechanical scopes—multiple assemblies may need R&I even when the headline damage reads narrow.
Sport-utility layouts concentrate mass higher; lateral impacts often couple suspension corners with liftgate aperture alignment.
Insurance and wholesale channels routinely publish salvage-eligible units into aggregated feeds; appearance here signals disposition mechanics rather than retail-ready merchandising.
Mid-life chassis often surface when leases end or repair totals approach market thresholds—buyers interpret mileage plus damage language jointly.
Very high odometer readings shift buyer calculus toward powertrain reserves and suspension rebuild phases independent of the headline damage string.
When damage phrases carry specifics instead of stock status words, cohort listings cluster around comparable repair economies—use hub browsing to sense how often this model-year combination repeats.
This VIN sits below the typical ask band for Ford Explorer, near 35% under what we derive from 14 peers.
Among similar indexed listings with a published estimate, the middle of the pack is around $9,830 USD—a reference point only, not an appraisal.
A sub-peer price is not automatically a bargain; it often tracks condition, title, or how fresh the listing is.
Right now we count 14 other active Ford Explorer rows near this model year (not counting this VIN). Average odometer in that set is about 135,018 km; the midpoint is near 126,936 km. Where sellers publish figures, the average lands near $11,789 USD.
Ordered by mileage proximity among active Ford Explorer rows near this year.
Based on what this feed shows, this vehicle sits in a typical range for comparable listings.
This 2017 FORD EXPLORER (VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226) represents a broadly average profile within comparable auction listings. Review the damage category, mileage, and source platform before proceeding. At 288,648 km, this unit's odometer is above the peer average of 135,018 km.
At , the deal read pegs ask pressure against damage and mileage outliers for this 14-unit peer ribbon.
Based on available information, similar vehicles sometimes cluster around $7,400 USD in resale discussions, with auction outcomes often landing in a wider band than a single number suggests.
As a rough auction-style spread from the same snapshot: $5,600 – $9,200 USD—illustrative only, not a bid or offer.
Feed estimate $7,605 hugs the modeled $7,400 resale midpoint (within ~8%).
Auction band modeled at $5,600–$9,200 USD—wider when severity rises; salvage lanes often print below private mid.
Many listings with comparable damage language see repair spend that commonly falls between $6,500 and $22,000 USD—a wide, informal range, not a quote.
Keyword + severity blend suggests a provisional $6,500–$22,000 repair envelope—body shops can deviate 2× if hidden structure or module counts appear on teardown.
Illustrative range from auction loss text, not a quote. Hidden electrical, suspension, or airbag work can exceed the upper band.
Typical peer record lifespan here: ~67 days from first capture to latest touch
This VIN’s 114-day refresh span is slower than the ~67-day peer norm—stale imagery or a quiet lot are common explanations.
Based on Auction Check index timestamps (first ingest vs last refresh), not verified days-to-sell on the block.
Reading 5 nearest odometer peers for Ford Explorer, the severity read splits the pack—2 calmer, 0 harsher on our keyword ladder. At 288,648 km, this unit stretches above the peer median (126,936 km). On dollars, roughly 0 comparables undercut this estimate while 3 clear it—useful when triangulating reserve psychology. Peer micro-profile: 2018 · A66883… · damage · -47,244 km vs this unit · 2017 · C55859… · damage · -89,493 km vs this unit · 2018 · B22961… · damage · -117,372 km vs this unit · 2017 · A42424… · damage · -131,106 km vs this unit · 2018 · B97526… · damage · -142,939 km vs this unit. Verdict «neutral» still governs: comparables explain dispersion, not replacement for title or mechanical inspection.
This record was first added to our database on January 28, 2026. The most recent data refresh was on May 22, 2026.
At 114 days from first pull to latest refresh, it moves slower than the ~67‑day peer average.
1FM5K8D88HGC13226 maps to a 2017 FORD EXPLORER in the feed snapshot below (condition, odometer, damage, platform).
Always verify against physical inspection and government title data before bidding or wiring funds.
VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 belongs to a 2017 FORD EXPLORER. The exterior is finished in WHITE. It is equipped with a GAS engine and a AUTOMATIC transmission. This listing shows the vehicle in damaged condition with an odometer reading of 288,648 km.
The reported primary damage for this vehicle is REAR END. A professional mechanical inspection is strongly recommended before purchase to accurately determine the extent of repairs required and assess overall safety. Damage severity can vary significantly and may affect the vehicle's structural integrity, safety systems, and long-term reliability.
When purchasing a 2017 FORD EXPLORER, it is important to review the full vehicle history before making any financial commitment. Auction vehicles are sold as-is, meaning the buyer assumes all responsibility for the condition of the vehicle after purchase. Always verify the VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 against official government databases — such as the NHTSA recall lookup and NMVTIS title records — to confirm title status, outstanding liens, odometer readings, and any reported incidents.
For Damaged vehicles, we recommend obtaining a detailed inspection report from a certified mechanic prior to bidding. This unit has recorded 288,648 km on the odometer, which should be independently verified. The listed damage category is "REAR END", which may affect insurance classification, repair costs, and resale value. Understanding the true cost of ownership, including parts, labor, import duties, and registration, is essential before placing a bid or submitting an offer.
The record for VIN 1FM5K8D88HGC13226 — a 2017 FORD EXPLORER — was sourced from autoconsultant. It first entered our system on January 28, 2026. The record was last refreshed on May 22, 2026. The source label matters because auction platforms, insurance lenders, and salvage feeds each use different condition categories. A status of damaged here reflects what the originating marketplace reported — not a current roadworthiness certificate. Photos, mileage readings, and damage notes all come from that original feed and should be compared against in-person inspection results and official title paperwork before any financial commitment.
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