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N863 HNO

1996 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,824 mi
Last recorded62,824 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN863 HNO
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 62,824 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 62,247 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 60,953 miles

Rear exhaust silencer starting to corrode

Pass 31 Jan 2023 60,594 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 60,305 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 59,999 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 59,724 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 59,724 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 59,321 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 58,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 58,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 58,463 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 58,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 55,434 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 55,165 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 53,868 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 51,565 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 51,514 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 47,609 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 38,352 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 38,352 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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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N863 HNO is a 1996 Ford Probe in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N863 HNO, 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 N863 HNO registered?

N863 HNO is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N863 HNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N863 HNO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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