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P160 DAB

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,837 mi
Last recorded208,837 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP160 DAB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2007 208,837 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 205,629 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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offside belt checked with child seat fitted

spare tyre defective

Fail 9 May 2006 205,629 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

advise washer jet aim

offside belt checked with child seat fitted

spare tyre defective

Pass 12 May 2005 198,004 miles

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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P160 DAB is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P160 DAB, 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 P160 DAB registered?

P160 DAB is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P160 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P160 DAB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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