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P220 CDF

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,059 mi
Last recorded168,059 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 CDF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2013 168,059 miles

osf chassis area has slight corrosion

slight exhaust leak

Pass 9 Nov 2012 163,097 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front wipers starting to split but still clearing screen

n/s track rod end has slight play

nsf droplink balljoints have slight play

osf chassis area has slight corrosion

Pass 9 May 2011 151,797 miles

medium play in both steering track rod ends

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f lower arm rear bush has movement

rear view mirror cracked

slight play in o/s/f lower ball joint

Fail 9 May 2011 151,797 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

medium play in both steering track rod ends

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f lower arm rear bush has movement

rear view mirror cracked

slight play in o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 3 Nov 2009 142,779 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 137,205 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 130,159 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2006 122,742 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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P220 CDF is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P220 CDF, 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 P220 CDF registered?

P220 CDF is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P220 CDF safe to buy?

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