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P535 SCA

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,843 mi
Last recorded66,843 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP535 SCA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 66,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 64,453 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE BADLY PERISHED

OFFSIDE FRONT AND NEARSIDE REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

Pass 10 Apr 2015 61,673 miles

Oil leak

exhaust system in poor condition

light corrosion to the underside of vehicle in general

Pass 24 Mar 2014 59,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 56,136 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 53,148 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 50,064 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 46,474 miles

N/S/F tyre inner edge devoid of tread.

Fail 22 Mar 2010 46,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

N/S/F tyre inner edge devoid of tread.

Pass 26 Mar 2009 42,512 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,182 miles

Unable to check rearmost seat belts, rear brake pads low.

Pass 22 Mar 2007 33,648 miles

Unable to check rear 2 seatbelts (wheelchair & hoist fitted). Rear tyres becoming perished.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 30,755 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 30,755 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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P535 SCA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P535 SCA, 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 P535 SCA registered?

P535 SCA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P535 SCA safe to buy?

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