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R100 UTS

1997 Ford Probe

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,008 mi
Last recorded62,008 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 UTS
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 62,008 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 62,008 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 62,008 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 62,008 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 61,023 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 59,556 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 56,706 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 54,824 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 52,700 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 50,445 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 47,055 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 45,339 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 43,090 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 40,687 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 38,212 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 36,378 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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R100 UTS is a 1997 Ford Probe in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R100 UTS, 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 R100 UTS registered?

R100 UTS is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R100 UTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 UTS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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