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P73 XHS

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

169,620 mi
Last recorded169,620 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP73 XHS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 169,620 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 164,356 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 164,341 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 150,473 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 150,405 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 135,664 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 122,701 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 112,349 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 104,808 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 97,428 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 97,428 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 91,187 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 84,368 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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P73 XHS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P73 XHS, 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 P73 XHS registered?

P73 XHS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P73 XHS safe to buy?

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