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N24 XOA

1996 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,199 mi
Last recorded66,199 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN24 XOA
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 66,199 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion through out

Pass 3 May 2025 66,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion through out

Pass 8 May 2012 66,061 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 65,935 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

fr brake pipe ferules rusty

fr discs rusty

front to rear brake pipes rusty

nsf tyre cracking on tread

oil leaks

rear tailgate dropping

underside/front arms rear arms rusty/exhaust rusty

undertray broken

Pass 29 May 2009 65,935 miles

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

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

fr brake pipe ferules rusty

fr discs rusty

front to rear brake pipes rusty

nsf tyre cracking on tread

oil leaks

rear tailgate dropping

underside/front arms rear arms rusty/exhaust rusty

undertray broken

Pass 31 Mar 2008 65,240 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

underside suspension and steering components displaying rust and corrossion acceptable at time of test

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2008 65,228 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

underside suspension and steering components displaying rust and corrossion acceptable at time of test

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2007 65,183 miles

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

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

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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N24 XOA is a 1996 Ford Probe in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N24 XOA, 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 N24 XOA registered?

N24 XOA is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N24 XOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N24 XOA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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