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R245 XLG

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,740 mi
Last recorded86,740 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 XLG
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 86,740 miles

Nearside Rear ex box corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2019 84,630 miles

Offside front outrigger corroding

Offside rear damper shroud corroding

Pass 5 Dec 2018 83,417 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear shocker cover corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2017 82,187 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 80,191 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

high level stop light in op

Pass 25 Nov 2015 77,063 miles

High level brake light inop

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Offside outside zone a and nearside upper screen (8.3.1d)

rear seats row 2 not fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2014 72,926 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system corroded and one of centre mounts missing

Pass 20 Nov 2013 69,525 miles

center & rear exhaust deteriorated-begining to hole & blow

center exhaust mounting bracket broken-rear clamp missing but secure

condensation n/s/f indecator lence

high level stop lamp inop

minor bind o/s/r brake

minor white light begining front & n/s/r indecator

n/s/f fog lamp inop

pitting front inner brake discs

Pass 17 Dec 2012 66,300 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2012 65,734 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

center exhuast mount broken

exhaust heavely corroded

front discs worn

off side brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Apr 2011 64,607 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 63,374 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Apr 2010 63,374 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 60,448 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 60,448 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 56,801 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 54,008 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 54,008 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 49,954 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

both front seat backs slightly loose

nearside wiper blade split

offside front sill damaged

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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R245 XLG is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R245 XLG, 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 R245 XLG registered?

R245 XLG is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R245 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 XLG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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