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P529 WUF

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,671 mi
Last recorded155,671 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP529 WUF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2012 155,671 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/ & n/s rear seats not fitted unable to check seatbelts

Fail 13 Dec 2012 155,642 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/ & n/s rear seats not fitted unable to check seatbelts

Pass 21 Dec 2011 150,390 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 142,121 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 133,781 miles

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)

Fail 31 Dec 2008 120,872 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 120,872 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 106,125 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 94,835 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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P529 WUF is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P529 WUF, 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 P529 WUF registered?

P529 WUF is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P529 WUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P529 WUF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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