CarVerify

Free Car Check

P790 RVS

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

178,999 mi
Last recorded178,999 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP790 RVS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 178,999 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2012
Fail 6 Mar 2012

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 52,776 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 144,692 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 144,074 miles

Centre Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 138,264 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 138,258 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 129,420 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 129,420 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 122,660 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
Full Ford Galaxy reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P790 RVS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P790 RVS, 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

How do I check the history of P790 RVS?

You can check the full history of P790 RVS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P790 RVS registered?

P790 RVS is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P790 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P790 RVS shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P790 RVS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P790 RVS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.