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N196 EJN

1996 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,709 mi
Last recorded109,709 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2006
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 EJN
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2006 109,709 miles

front disc worn

nearside lower arm bush slight play

nearside rear tyre on limits

offside cv boot cracking & pin holed

rear exhaust in poor condition

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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N196 EJN is a 1996 Ford Probe in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N196 EJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N196 EJN registered?

N196 EJN is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N196 EJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 EJN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N196 EJN have outstanding finance?

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