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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN
1FMHK8F83CGA04169
GREAT DEAL
· $3,148 below typical price
Bloomington, IL
Listed at
$5,987
typical market $9,135 · 47 comps
This 2012 Ford Explorer Limited is listed at $5,987 with 186,536 miles in Bloomington, IL.
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Sold by Auto 4 Less Inc
1508 S Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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VIN report
2012 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN 1FMHK8F83CGA04169
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
Salvage, flood & other title brands
Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
Past prices, dealers & listing photos
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Market price range
Based on 47 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of November 9, 2026This vehicle · $5,987
Below market
$6,495
Typical price
$9,135
Above market
$13,085
This vehicle: $5,987 — below the market range (typical price $9,135)
Asking $5,987 · typical market price $9,135 · based on 47 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
May 20, 2026 · $5,987
Nov 9, 2026 · $5,987
Asking prices recorded across 5 listing dates for VIN 1FMHK8F83CGA04169, spanning 6 months.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto 4 Less Inc | Bloomington, IL 61701 | $5,987 | 186,536 mi | 2026-11-09 | 2 h ago |
| Autos 4 Less | 61701 | $5,987 | 186,536 mi | 2026-11-07 | 23 h ago |
| Autos 4 Less Inc. | Bloomington, IL 61701 | $5,987 | 186,536 mi | 2026-11-06 | 20 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autos 4 Less Inc. | Bloomington, IL 61701 | $5,987 | 186,536 mi | 2026-05-20 | 152 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMHK8F83CGA04169Trim
Limited
Engine
3.5L · V6
Horsepower
290
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2012
Made by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
19
MPG
City
17
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
$2,450
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$12,250
Insurance
$5,440
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$24,690
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of October 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Overall
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2012 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
7 recall campaigns on this model year
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.NHTSA campaign 19V435000
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WHEELSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017…NHTSA campaign 17E048000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles.NHTSA campaign 15V171000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed October 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $4 in that span.
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | $7,999 |
| July 2026 | $7,548 |
| August 2026 | $7,495 |
| September 2026 | $7,866 |
| October 2026 | $7,995 |
| November 2026 | $7,995 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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As of November 9, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2012 Jeep Liberty has the lowest median asking price ($6,850, 318 listings with photos) and the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee the highest ($7,995, 580 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot November 9, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2012 Ford Explorer
Limited · United States
$5,987Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $8,750 · 73 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $7,195–$10,401
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$6,995Median asking price · 190 qualifying listings
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Explorer Limited | $8,750 | $7,195–$10,401 | 73 |
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $7,995 | $6,500–$9,990 | 580 |
| 2012 Jeep Liberty All trims | $6,850 | $5,195–$8,195 | 318 |
| 2012 Buick Enclave All trims | $6,894 | $5,000–$8,499 | 221 |
| 2012 GMC Terrain All trims | $6,995 | $4,999–$8,362 | 190 |
| 2012 Nissan Murano All trims | $6,995 | $5,750–$8,600 | 188 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: November 9, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 1 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2011–2019What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,421 | $16,898 | 100% | 102,153 mi |
| 2018 | 2,220 | $15,474 | 92% | 103,862 mi |
| 2017 | 2,621 | $13,599 | 80% | 112,316 mi |
| 2016 | 2,139 | $11,900 | 70% | 123,699 mi |
| 2015 | 1,284 | $9,995 | 59% | 132,041 mi |
| 2014 | 979 | $8,995 | 53% | 140,020 mi |
| 2013 | 801 | $8,204 | 49% | 145,580 mi |
| 2012 | 240 | $7,987 | 47% | 149,648 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
