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N82 WDU

1996 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,720 mi
Last recorded71,720 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN82 WDU
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 71,720 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases borderline (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 70,753 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides under sealed (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and under sealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive leaking on the front exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides rusty and under sealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusty and under sealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 69,589 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 69,501 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 68,931 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 68,931 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 68,361 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 68,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 67,777 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 66,734 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated but not bowing

Pass 9 Apr 2018 65,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 62,628 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 57,593 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2015 54,829 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 54,321 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cracking around tread area o/s/r tyre

Pass 3 May 2013 53,805 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 53,263 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 52,497 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 51,799 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 51,288 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 50,858 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 49,963 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 48,289 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 48,273 miles

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

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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N82 WDU is a 1996 Ford Probe in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N82 WDU, 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 N82 WDU registered?

N82 WDU is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N82 WDU safe to buy?

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