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Ford Probe

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 2,497 cc

N388 GARMOT history

N388 GAR is a blue petrol Ford Probe first used on 30 May 1996. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2023
Mileage
79,718 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N388 GAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Probe
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 May 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

N388 GAR was last recorded at 79,718 miles on 11 Apr 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,718 miles · 4 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,718 miles
  • 2021 – 76,043 miles
  • 2020 – 74,795 miles
  • 2019 – 72,562 miles
  • 2018 – 69,515 miles
  • 2017 – 66,725 miles
  • 2015 – 63,646 miles
  • 2014 – 62,485 miles
  • 2013 – 59,357 miles
  • 2011 – 56,248 miles
  • 2010 – 52,885 miles
  • 2009 – 50,133 miles
  • 2008 – 47,284 miles
  • 2007 – 42,505 miles
  • 2006 – 38,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,718 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    653199675283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,718 miles (+3,675)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    847315159313
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

  3. Pass76,043 miles (+1,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,043 miles
    Test number
    924739338028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing centre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,795 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,795 miles
    Test number
    637166648555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,562 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,562 miles
    Test number
    308528722944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass69,515 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    484857344584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    326524700810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,725 miles (+3,079)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    266056303654
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  9. Pass63,646 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,646 miles
    Test number
    335014355113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail63,644 miles (+1,159)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,644 miles
    Test number
    956253155171
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail62,485 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,485 miles
    Test number
    618083584142
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn low on inner edge

  12. Pass62,485 miles (+3,128)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,485 miles
    Test number
    917713484185
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn low on inner edge

  13. Pass59,357 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,357 miles
    Test number
    478363183184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,356 miles (+3,108)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,356 miles
    Test number
    159152983186
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass56,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,248 miles
    Test number
    816375541275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,248 miles (+3,363)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,248 miles
    Test number
    216635441275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass52,885 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,885 miles
    Test number
    223586440231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,881 miles (+2,748)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,881 miles
    Test number
    493255740294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass50,133 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,133 miles
    Test number
    883982329202
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking and perished in sidewall

  20. Fail50,133 miles (+2,849)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,133 miles
    Test number
    160142129273
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking and perished in sidewall

  21. Pass47,284 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,284 miles
    Test number
    421900918277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,253 miles (+4,748)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,253 miles
    Test number
    202967908212
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass42,505 miles (+3,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,505 miles
    Test number
    631642717298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,803 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    500785616240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,764 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,764 miles
    Test number
    552992116275
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about N388 GAR

Does N388 GAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N388 GAR expired on 11 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N388 GAR?
The MOT on N388 GAR expired on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N388 GAR done?
N388 GAR was recorded at 79,718 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2022, an average of 2,609 miles a year.
Has N388 GAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N388 GAR has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on N388 GAR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on N388 GAR find?
N388 GAR passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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