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R124 YOX

1998 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

252,628 mi
Last recorded252,628 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 YOX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 252,628 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 249,489 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 239,756 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 239,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2016 227,767 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 227,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 215,003 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 215,003 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 6 May 2014 207,381 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 207,381 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 202,265 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 193,796 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 184,023 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 172,562 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 159,754 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 146,376 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 130,035 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 130,035 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 113,151 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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R124 YOX is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 113,496 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 R124 YOX, 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 28 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 R124 YOX registered?

R124 YOX is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R124 YOX safe to buy?

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