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P489 ORK

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,471 mi
Last recorded152,471 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 ORK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 152,471 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

brake light switch may need adjusting

exhaust leaking/deteriorated

front tyres different size to rears

offside outer sill corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2013 152,139 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

brake light switch may need adjusting

exhaust leaking/deteriorated

front tyres different size to rears

offside outer sill corroded

oil level low

Pass 20 Jun 2012 139,442 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

battery insecure

front brake discs worn

front brake imbalance

front tyres different size to rears

offside front tyre bald on inner edges cords will soon be exposed

Fail 12 Jun 2012 139,125 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

battery insecure

front brake discs worn

front tyres different size to rears

offside front tyre bald on inner edges cords will soon be exposed

Pass 17 Jun 2011 126,422 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 119,870 miles

e g r pipe insecure.

rear registration plate deterioating.

Pass 9 Jun 2009 114,393 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 108,196 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 99,851 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 90,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 82,398 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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P489 ORK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P489 ORK, 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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P489 ORK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 June 1997.

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