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P623 PBH

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

158,452 mi
Last recorded158,452 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP623 PBH
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 158,452 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 158,248 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 156,699 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge and sidewall cracked

Fail 4 Nov 2011 156,691 miles

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge and sidewall cracked

Pass 5 Nov 2010 154,474 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 154,474 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 153,248 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2007 153,248 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Nov 2006

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 130,538 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre worn on both edges

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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P623 PBH is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P623 PBH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P623 PBH registered?

P623 PBH is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P623 PBH safe to buy?

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