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P707 MAR

1997 Ford Probe

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

226,823 mi
Last recorded226,823 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP707 MAR
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 226,823 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 179,742 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 179,742 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 166,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 166,207 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 166,027 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 165,103 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 165,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 159,858 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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P707 MAR is a 1997 Ford Probe in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P707 MAR, 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 P707 MAR registered?

P707 MAR is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P707 MAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P707 MAR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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