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P699 BFV

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,920 mi
Last recorded100,920 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP699 BFV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 100,920 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 97,505 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 93,589 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 91,699 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 89,679 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 86,629 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 78,137 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 78,137 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 71,479 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 62,643 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 61,337 miles

brake pedal slightly spongy

front brake discs worn

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Jul 2006 61,333 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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P699 BFV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P699 BFV, 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 P699 BFV registered?

P699 BFV is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P699 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P699 BFV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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