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L242 REV

1994 Ford Probe

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,067 mi
Last recorded49,067 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1994 Ford Probe100,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL242 REV
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 49,067 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 47,097 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 47,097 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 44,778 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 42,255 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 40,116 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 37,099 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 37,206 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 37,196 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 29,757 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 29,756 miles

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

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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L242 REV is a 1994 Ford Probe in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L242 REV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L242 REV registered?

L242 REV is a 1994 Ford Probe, first registered on 24 May 1994.

Is L242 REV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L242 REV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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