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P176 PJN

1997 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,062 mi
Last recorded157,062 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Probe92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP176 PJN
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 157,062 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 153,325 miles

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

front to rear fuel pipes showing corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2010 148,281 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 146,580 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 145,720 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 145,720 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 143,637 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 136,455 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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P176 PJN is a 1997 Ford Probe in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P176 PJN, 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 P176 PJN registered?

P176 PJN is a 1997 Ford Probe, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P176 PJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P176 PJN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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