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N861 RSK

1996 Ford Probe

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,908 mi
Last recorded60,908 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN861 RSK
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 60,908 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases area (6.1.2 (a))

various suspension componenets corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2019 59,705 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

surface rust on body underside and suspension components

Fail 17 Apr 2018 59,684 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

all 4 discs corroded

fuel lines corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,620 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 59,620 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 59,115 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 58,889 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 58,218 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 57,736 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 56,740 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 56,082 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 55,255 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 53,804 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 52,171 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 50,266 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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N861 RSK is a 1996 Ford Probe in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N861 RSK, 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 N861 RSK registered?

N861 RSK is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N861 RSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N861 RSK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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