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P169 LBD

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2010
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

279,295 mi
Last recorded279,295 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 LBD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2009 279,295 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 251,561 miles

Front number plate slightly deteriorated.

Pass 6 Feb 2008 234,255 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 234,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 213,880 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 213,880 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 194,695 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 167,634 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 167,634 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 145,272 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 145,272 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P169 LBD is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P169 LBD, 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 P169 LBD registered?

P169 LBD is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P169 LBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P169 LBD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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