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R174 JMV

1998 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,440 mi
Last recorded154,440 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 JMV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2015 154,440 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 144,231 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 144,231 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 139,063 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 134,665 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 134,665 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 129,995 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 125,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 120,843 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 116,826 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 112,385 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 109,913 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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R174 JMV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R174 JMV, 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 R174 JMV registered?

R174 JMV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R174 JMV safe to buy?

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