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A17 WPA

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

339,226 mi
Last recorded339,226 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 WPA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2011 339,226 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 338,586 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 338,586 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 May 2009 330,284 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 328,795 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 328,795 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 317,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 298,573 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 298,573 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Ford Galaxy?

Based on 2,683,070 MOT tests across 199,482 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
8,332
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
199,482
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102,272
position lamp(s) not working 77,739
Brake pipe excessively corroded 70,441
Stop lamp not working 68,929
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 56,531
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A17 WPA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 118,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Galaxy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 102,272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 WPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Galaxy typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A17 WPA registered?

A17 WPA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A17 WPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 WPA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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