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P310 JAU

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,143 mi
Last recorded159,143 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP310 JAU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2009 159,143 miles

catalytic converter slow to reach operating temperature

front exhaust slight insecure

front flexi brake hoses starting to perish

front suspension top mounts worn

n/side rear tyre worn low

o/side front tyre worn on outer edge

slight corrosion to front chassis rails

spare tyre worn & flat

Pass 16 Apr 2008 150,413 miles

corrosion noted to front chassis rails

front top suspension mounts worn

slight pulse on o/s front wheel on rbt

Fail 16 Apr 2008 150,413 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion noted to front chassis rails

front top suspension mounts worn

slight pulse on o/s front wheel on rbt

Pass 18 Apr 2007 140,441 miles

both rear and nearside front tyres all worn on outer edges

Pass 19 Apr 2006 130,520 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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P310 JAU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P310 JAU, 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 P310 JAU registered?

P310 JAU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P310 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P310 JAU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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