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R178 GBM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

142,679 mi
Last recorded142,679 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 GBM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 142,679 miles

exhaust slightly blowing and corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2015 142,679 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust slightly blowing and corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2014 130,763 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 130,763 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 118,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 5 Aug 2013 118,503 miles

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

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2012 109,561 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 105,292 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 105,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 99,441 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 92,450 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 86,397 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 80,008 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 73,595 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 73,595 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 67,795 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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R178 GBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R178 GBM, 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 R178 GBM registered?

R178 GBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R178 GBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 GBM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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