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R28 VVU

1997 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,630 mi
Last recorded110,630 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR28 VVU
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2010 110,630 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 103,349 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 103,330 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 98,198 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 87,655 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 87,655 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 74,601 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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R28 VVU is a 1997 Ford Probe in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R28 VVU, 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 R28 VVU registered?

R28 VVU is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R28 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R28 VVU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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