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L231 XLC

1994 Ford Probe

White Lpg 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,725 mi
Last recorded98,725 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2013
Typical for 1994 Ford Probe100,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL231 XLC
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2013 98,725 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 96,545 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 96,541 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 93,503 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2010 91,035 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 86,755 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 82,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 77,594 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 71,217 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Probe?

Based on 68,773 MOT tests across 11,550 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
3,995
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
11,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,655
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,961
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,508
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,616
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,033
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L231 XLC is a 1994 Ford Probe in White with a 1,991cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 100,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Probe fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 6,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L231 XLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Probe typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L231 XLC registered?

L231 XLC is a 1994 Ford Probe, first registered on 20 June 1994.

Is L231 XLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L231 XLC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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