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P263 UMR

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

147,820 mi
Last recorded147,820 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 UMR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 147,820 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 142,535 miles

Brake pads getting low REAR nearside

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 142,535 miles

Brake pads getting low REAR nearside

Fail 28 Mar 2014 142,498 miles

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 137,120 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012
Fail 18 Apr 2012

Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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)

horn stays on when depressed ( manual shutoff)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 124,813 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2011 124,813 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 111,486 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 104,523 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 96,843 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 87,780 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 87,780 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

diesel light on dash

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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P263 UMR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P263 UMR, 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 P263 UMR registered?

P263 UMR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P263 UMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 UMR shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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