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R442 FUB

1997 Ford Probe

White Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,050 mi
Last recorded138,050 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR442 FUB
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2009 138,050 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 137,982 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 130,746 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 111,767 miles

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2007 111,767 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2006 98,310 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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R442 FUB is a 1997 Ford Probe in White with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R442 FUB, 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.

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What year was R442 FUB registered?

R442 FUB is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R442 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R442 FUB shows 6 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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