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P971 HDB

1996 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,676 mi
Last recorded115,676 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Ford Galaxy116,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 HDB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 115,676 miles

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

front brake hoses slightly perished

Fail 26 Oct 2011 115,676 miles

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

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

front brake hoses slightly perished

Pass 22 Oct 2010 111,718 miles

front brake discs slightly worn (lipped)

front brake hoses perished and worn

seats/seatbelts not checked in middle and rear rows as seats not fitted

steering rack gaiters perished and worn

Pass 23 Oct 2009 106,312 miles

front brake hoses slightly perished

steering rack gaiters perished and worn

unable to inspect middle and rear seats/seatbelts as seats not fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2008 103,098 miles

exhaust system corroding

front brake hoses perished

n/s/r shock absorber damp

slight oil leaks from engine and gearbox

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Nov 2007 97,029 miles

front brake discs worn (lipped)

n/s/f seatbelt webbing slightly frayed

o/s horn button missing

o/s track rod end boot split

Pass 10 Nov 2006 90,865 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 84,082 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 84,082 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P971 HDB is a 1996 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 116,449 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 P971 HDB, 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 30 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P971 HDB registered?

P971 HDB is a 1996 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is P971 HDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P971 HDB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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