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P717 JAU

1997 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

117,585 mi
Last recorded117,585 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 JAU
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 117,585 miles

all four coil springs corroded

battray insecure

both front brake discs inner face scorroed

both front brake pipes corroded slightly

both front tyre treads worn close to limit

brake pedal rubber worn

front pipe exhaust system corroded and weak

offside cv boot cracked

oil leak at engine and gearbox

rear anti roll bar bushes cracked and showing slight movement

Fail 25 Jul 2008 117,585 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four coil springs corroded

battray insecure

both front brake discs inner face scorroed

both front brake pipes corroded slightly

both front tyre treads worn close to limit

brake pedal rubber worn

front pipe exhaust system corroded and weak

offside cv boot cracked

oil leak at engine and gearbox

rear anti roll bar bushes cracked and showing slight movement

Pass 2 Aug 2007 102,236 miles

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

sump pan corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2007 102,236 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

engine sump pan corroded

slight corrosion on both front brake pipes

Pass 17 Jul 2006 89,463 miles

nearside front tyre tread low

rear brake pads worn

slight play on both rear drop/link arms

Pass 29 Jul 2005 76,101 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 75,920 miles

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

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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P717 JAU is a 1997 Ford Probe in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P717 JAU, 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 P717 JAU registered?

P717 JAU is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P717 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P717 JAU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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