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P862 AAM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

112,274 mi
Last recorded112,274 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 AAM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2012 112,274 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 112,274 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2011 102,160 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 102,160 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 98,218 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 98,218 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 95,236 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 95,236 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

condensation to offside front indicator lamp

Pass 19 Nov 2007 93,213 miles

Both front shock absorber top mountings worn

Front nearside outer c/v gatour is loosing grease

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

Fail 19 Nov 2007 93,213 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Both front shock absorber top mountings worn

Front nearside outer c/v gatour is loosing grease

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 90,502 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 86,253 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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P862 AAM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 P862 AAM, 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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P862 AAM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 July 1997.

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