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P268 COV

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

206,823 mi
Last recorded206,823 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 COV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2012 206,823 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside & offside wiper blades starting to split

Pass 7 Dec 2012 206,823 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside & offside wiper blades starting to split

Pass 17 Nov 2011 198,840 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

undercar muddy

Pass 30 Nov 2010 191,188 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

N/S/R Brake caliper pivot siezed

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle excessively dirty on underside at time of Test !!!

Pass 8 Dec 2009 183,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 176,159 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 176,153 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 169,411 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 160,587 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 149,999 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P268 COV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P268 COV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P268 COV registered?

P268 COV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P268 COV safe to buy?

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