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P504 STW

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,673 mi
Last recorded101,673 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP504 STW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 101,673 miles

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

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

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

engine undertray fitted restricting full inspection of some testable items

slight play in rear anti-roll bar bushes

Fail 26 Nov 2009 101,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

engine undertray fitted restricting full inspection of some testable items

slight play in rear anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 26 Nov 2008 93,060 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2008 93,051 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2007 86,895 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Discs worn allround?

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

H/Brake travel high?

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear tyre sidewalls poor condition?

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 86,895 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Discs worn allround?

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

H/Brake travel high?

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

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)

Oil leak

Rear tyre sidewalls poor condition?

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 81,320 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 77,863 miles

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

Engine Oil Very Black In Colour, Child Seat Fitted To Nearside Second Seat Row, Nearside Rear Tyre Outer Wall Slightly Damaged, Spare Wheel Tyre Tread Worn On Inner & Outer Edges & Wall Damaged

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

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

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

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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P504 STW is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P504 STW, 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 P504 STW registered?

P504 STW is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P504 STW safe to buy?

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