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H12 VPE

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,402 mi
Last recorded168,402 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 VPE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2010 168,402 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 168,402 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 162,452 miles

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

front brake discs in poor condition

front to rear chassis rails rusty

Pass 23 Jun 2008 161,724 miles

both front brake hoses perishing

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing

exhaust system rusty

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2007 160,254 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 160,233 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 155,697 miles

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

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

coolant leak from radiator

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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H12 VPE is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H12 VPE, 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 H12 VPE registered?

H12 VPE is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is H12 VPE safe to buy?

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