Ford Probe MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Probe. Check any Probe by registration number below.

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79.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.3%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Ford Probe — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Probe has an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, which is 5.3 percentage points below the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Probe on the road.

The most common reasons a Ford Probe fails its MOT are emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Probe for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Probe, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Probe performs at MOT across different model years.

1998

Based on 93 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

1997

Based on 331 vehicles

69.2%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

11.2%

1996

Based on 246 vehicles

73.2%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

14.8%

1995

Based on 375 vehicles

67.7%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1994

Based on 137 vehicles

71.5%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1993

Based on 189 vehicles

88.9%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

1992

Based on 141 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

1991

Based on 63 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

1990

Based on 56 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

0

Based on 380 vehicles

72.9%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 5yr

98k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Probe

The most common reasons a Ford Probe fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

7.3%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

6.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.0%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.0%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.0%

Ford Probe Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

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75.7% pass rate

Ford Puma St-line

95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Probe

Ford Probe — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Probe MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Probe?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Probe is 79.8% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Probe?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Probe are: Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits (7.3%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (6.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Probe reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, the Ford Probe is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Probe?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Ford Probe?

Typical mileage for the Ford Probe: 97,916 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Probe to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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