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P340 YGK

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2012
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

134,679 mi
Last recorded134,679 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP340 YGK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2011 134,679 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 134,520 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 7 May 2010 129,597 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Fail 19 Apr 2010 129,593 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Fail 23 Mar 2010 129,575 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE REAR DOOR AND REAR TAILGATE PANEL

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE.

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN INNER AND OUTER EDGES.

Pass 13 Mar 2009 124,053 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 124,052 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 117,067 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 117,067 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 105,922 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST SILENCER SHOWS SIGNS OF CORROSION AND REAR CLAMP CORRODED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD WEARING ON INNER TREAD AND DOWN TO 2.0 MM MINIMUM LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

REAR CATALYCTIC CONVERTER JOINT BLOWING SLIGHTLY

RECOMMEND TRACKING

Fail 12 Mar 2007 105,922 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST SILENCER SHOWS SIGNS OF CORROSION AND REAR CLAMP CORRODED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD WEARING ON INNER TREAD AND DOWN TO 2.0 MM MINIMUM LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

REAR CATALYCTIC CONVERTER JOINT BLOWING SLIGHTLY

RECOMMEND TRACKING

Pass 3 Mar 2006 95,309 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 95,309 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT STAYING ON DASH

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED

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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P340 YGK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 P340 YGK, 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 P340 YGK registered?

P340 YGK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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