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P571 SMV

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,841 mi
Last recorded86,841 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP571 SMV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2014 86,841 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2014 86,837 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 76,719 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 69,295 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 68,059 miles

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK

Pass 15 Apr 2010 65,986 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 64,180 miles

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK ENDS

Pass 16 Apr 2008 61,779 miles

REAR SEATS NOT FITTED

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK ENDS

Pass 11 Apr 2007 59,576 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE 195/65/15T (REINFORCED)

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK

Pass 12 Apr 2006 55,278 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE STEERING RACK

Fail 12 Apr 2006 55,278 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SHOCK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE STEERING RACK

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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P571 SMV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,998cc 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 P571 SMV, 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 P571 SMV registered?

P571 SMV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P571 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P571 SMV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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