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P643 UAP

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,783 mi
Last recorded172,783 miles
Recorded on17 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP643 UAP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2011 172,783 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

incorrect front exhaust system fitted

small cut in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

small exhaust blow on middle exhaust box

Pass 1 Jun 2010 168,753 miles

n/s/f tyre damaged in side wall

number plate light dim

Pass 1 Jun 2009 162,211 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 151,805 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 31 May 2008 151,805 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 May 2007 143,913 miles

centre exhaust system deteriorating - mount weak.

front and rear brake discs slightly pitted.

play in n/s lower swivel to limit.

slight play both front suspension struts - top mounts.

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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P643 UAP is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P643 UAP, 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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P643 UAP is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 April 1997.

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