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P613 FMS

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

242,372 mi
Last recorded242,372 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP613 FMS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 242,372 miles

both outer sills lower edges corroded

light corrosion on all brake discs

light corrosion on rear sections of main front to rear brake pipes

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

note - no rear passengers seats fitted at time of test

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight wear in offside front steering rack tie rod ball joint

Fail 26 Jul 2013 242,365 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both outer sills lower edges corroded

light corrosion on all brake discs

light corrosion on rear sections of main front to rear brake pipes

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

note - no rear passengers seats fitted at time of test

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight wear in offside front steering rack tie rod ball joint

Pass 16 Dec 2011 234,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear tyres wearing at edges

osf track rod has slight play

slight oil leak at engine

vehicle has no rear seats fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2010 228,026 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 214,261 miles

Battery insecure

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust repaired with gun gum

Pass 28 Nov 2008 191,652 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 175,582 miles

Battery insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front flexible brake hoses show light perishing

Fail 6 Dec 2007 175,233 miles

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

Battery insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front flexible brake hoses show light perishing

rear seats are folded down which restricts inspection of rear seats and belts

Pass 12 Dec 2006 15,483 miles

NOTE- ONLY DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS SEAT FITTED, NO REAR SEATS FITTED AT TIME OF MOT TEST

nearside front tyre wearing uneven and damage on outer sidewall, advise replacement

offside front tyre wearing unevenly, advise replacement

slight corrosion on brake pipes on both rear suspension arms

slight wear/play starting in both steering rack track rods

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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P613 FMS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,998cc 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 P613 FMS, 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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P613 FMS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 March 1997.

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