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P838 TCD

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

123,137 mi
Last recorded123,137 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 TCD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2007 123,137 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 111,662 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 111,657 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 111,326 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 111,326 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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P838 TCD is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P838 TCD, 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 P838 TCD registered?

P838 TCD is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P838 TCD safe to buy?

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