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E303 HCD

1988 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,858 mi
Last recorded15,858 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE303 HCD
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2006 15,858 miles

battery insecure

dampness steering rack † †o/s front tyre wall cracking

oil leak

Fail 5 May 2006 15,858 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

battery insecure

dampness steering rack † †o/s front tyre wall cracking

oil leak

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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E303 HCD is a 1988 Ford Probe in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E303 HCD, 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 38 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E303 HCD?

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What year was E303 HCD registered?

E303 HCD is a 1988 Ford Probe, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E303 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E303 HCD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E303 HCD have outstanding finance?

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