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N180 LFC

1996 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

151,575 mi
Last recorded151,575 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN180 LFC
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2012 151,575 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery loose

cooling fan seized

corrosion on front crossmember

exhaust heat sheild loose

front seat belt buckles damaged

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2011 147,625 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 147,606 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 143,366 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 138,640 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 135,339 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 135,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 131,148 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 127,984 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 127,979 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 124,459 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 124,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f) DANGEROUS

front cross member corroded

os rear tyre getting low on tread

rear brake pads sticking in brake caliper carrier

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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N180 LFC is a 1996 Ford Probe in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 93,331 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 N180 LFC, 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 30 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N180 LFC registered?

N180 LFC is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 22 February 1996.

Is N180 LFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N180 LFC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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