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P201 PVX

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

154,977 mi
Last recorded154,977 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 PVX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2009 154,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Apr 2009 154,958 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 148,196 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 148,196 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 142,112 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 134,935 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 134,935 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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P201 PVX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P201 PVX, 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 P201 PVX registered?

P201 PVX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P201 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P201 PVX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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