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N417 GAR

1996 Ford Probe

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,222 mi
Last recorded83,222 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN417 GAR
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 83,222 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 80,273 miles

Offside front & rear tyres worn on outside edges.

Fail 24 Oct 2011 76,242 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 76,242 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 73,630 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 70,822 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 70,822 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 67,891 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

n/s/f tyre splitting at edge of tread

Pass 1 Nov 2007 62,855 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 62,855 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 59,550 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

all rear brake pipes have surface corrosion

both front brake pipes corroded to limit near flexi

Pass 27 Oct 2005 56,507 miles

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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N417 GAR is a 1996 Ford Probe in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N417 GAR, 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 N417 GAR registered?

N417 GAR is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N417 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N417 GAR shows 12 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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