Ford Probe (1994)
1994 Ford Probe
CarHunch analysed 3,688 real MOT records for the 1994 Ford Probe. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1994 Ford Probe passes its MOT first time in only 63.4% of cases—a significant 16.6 points below the UK average of 80%—suggesting these cars are noticeably less reliable than typical vehicles of their age. With 16.2% having suffered a dangerous defect at some point, there's a real safety risk to factor in when considering one.
At just over 100,000 miles median mileage, these Probes have been driven moderately for their 30 years, yet they're still racking up an average of 1.83 failures and 5.6 advisories per test, pointing to accumulated wear in suspension, emissions, and electrical systems. If you're seriously interested in one, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on brake and steering condition—don't rely on a passing MOT alone.
What to check before buying a 1994 Ford Probe
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 3,684 | 63.3% | 1.83 |
| LPG (0%) | 3 | 81.5% | 1.67 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Ford Probe vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Ford Probe vehicles fall between 85,174 and 119,827 miles.
1994 Ford Probe — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 39 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1994 Ford Probe
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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34.2%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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31.1%
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive
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24.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22%
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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20.3%
Oil leak
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19.9%
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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15.5%
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994. Counts include advisories and failures.
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