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R160 FGV

1998 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,429 mi
Last recorded173,429 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 FGV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2010 173,429 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 173,416 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 168,502 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 162,737 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 158,533 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 152,959 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge rec tracking

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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R160 FGV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R160 FGV, 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.

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What year was R160 FGV registered?

R160 FGV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R160 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 FGV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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