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PCZ 9490

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

138,697 mi
Last recorded138,697 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 9490
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2009 138,697 miles

CENTRE N/S & CENTRE REAR & BOTH REAR SEATS NOT FITTED A,T,O,T ,BUT ALL WEBBING O.K.

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 138,697 miles

CENTRE N/S & CENTRE REAR & BOTH REAR SEATS NOT FITTED A,T,O,T ,BUT ALL WEBBING O.K.

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2009 138,680 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 128,936 miles

BOTH SEATS AT REAR REMOVED AT TIME OF TEST

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 128,745 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

BOTH SEATS AT REAR REMOVED AT TIME OF TEST

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 122,151 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2006 116,651 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 109,263 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 109,263 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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PCZ 9490 is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 PCZ 9490, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PCZ 9490 registered?

PCZ 9490 is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is PCZ 9490 safe to buy?

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