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P689 CFX

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2302cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,945 mi
Last recorded112,945 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 CFX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,302cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 112,945 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 112,850 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 106,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 99,407 miles

both rear tyre outer walls cracking

child seat fitted

slight play in both front top mounts

Pass 3 Dec 2012 93,865 miles

front brake pads low

slight play in n/s/f top mount

three child seats fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2011 85,711 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 83,101 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 78,202 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wiper blades ends split

Pass 24 Dec 2007 74,868 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 71,582 miles

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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P689 CFX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,302cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P689 CFX, 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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P689 CFX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P689 CFX safe to buy?

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