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P961 NGV

1996 Ford Probe

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

70,662 mi
Last recorded70,662 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 NGV
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 70,662 miles

Oil leak ()

whole underside covered in light corrosion

Pass 8 May 2017 69,306 miles

Oil leak ()

various areas of corrosion to underside

Pass 17 May 2016 68,462 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

light corrosion to underside

Pass 7 May 2015 66,152 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 63,707 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 60,841 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

all tyres starting to crack /perish

Fail 9 May 2013 60,839 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

all tyres starting to crack /perish

Pass 11 May 2012 58,185 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 55,436 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 51,494 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 46,739 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear brake slight bind

Pass 23 May 2008 42,000 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 37,715 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 33,987 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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P961 NGV is a 1996 Ford Probe in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P961 NGV, 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.

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What year was P961 NGV registered?

P961 NGV is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 31 August 1996.

Is P961 NGV safe to buy?

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