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P686 XGF

1997 Ford Probe

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

148,955 mi
Last recorded148,955 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 XGF
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2010 148,955 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 148,955 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

both rear brake pipes corroded

front brakes pulse on rollers

Pass 25 Apr 2009 146,393 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

rear brakes pipes corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2008 141,217 miles

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

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

nsf flexi hose perished

oil leak from sump

osf flexi hose perished

Fail 16 Apr 2008 141,212 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

nsf flexi hose perished

oil leak from sump

osf flexi hose perished

Pass 27 Apr 2007 135,056 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 134,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 127,564 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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P686 XGF is a 1997 Ford Probe in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P686 XGF, 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 P686 XGF registered?

P686 XGF is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P686 XGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P686 XGF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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