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P246 HEW

1997 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,454 mi
Last recorded63,454 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 HEW
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 63,454 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint to cat (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 61,559 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 61,259 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 61,259 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 60,582 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 60,582 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust emissions not tested due to major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 60,559 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 60,526 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 60,261 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 59,514 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 59,121 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 58,671 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 58,333 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 58,029 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 56,211 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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P246 HEW is a 1997 Ford Probe in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 P246 HEW, 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 29 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 P246 HEW registered?

P246 HEW is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P246 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P246 HEW 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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