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M197 LPB

1995 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

169,619 mi
Last recorded169,619 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2011
Typical for 1995 Ford Probe95,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM197 LPB
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2011 169,619 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2011 169,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 163,228 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2010 163,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2009 154,293 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2006 144,974 miles

font pads wearing low

n/s drive shaft gatter perished

o/s front shock damp

rear bushes perished on suspension units

slight hand brake travell

Fail 8 Jul 2006 144,747 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

front pads wearing low

n/s front drive shaft gatter perished

rear bushes perished on suspension units

slight hand brake travell

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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M197 LPB is a 1995 Ford Probe in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1995 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,968 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M197 LPB, 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 31 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M197 LPB registered?

M197 LPB is a 1995 Ford Probe, first registered on 26 April 1995.

Is M197 LPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M197 LPB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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