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R225 WLG

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,897 mi
Last recorded190,897 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 WLG
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 190,897 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 182,539 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 174,473 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 166,489 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 166,489 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 159,573 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 152,462 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 152,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

nearside inner c v gaiter is split

Pass 27 Sep 2008 145,623 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 145,623 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 138,235 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 131,040 miles

battery loose

o/s/f tyre on limit

rear exhaust corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2005 124,207 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 124,207 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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R225 WLG is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R225 WLG, 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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R225 WLG is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R225 WLG safe to buy?

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