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R251 HTW

1998 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,221 mi
Last recorded116,221 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 HTW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 116,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 110,782 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 110,782 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2013 106,515 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 106,057 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 104,526 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 104,525 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 102,036 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 100,271 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 95,912 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 84,750 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 71,255 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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R251 HTW is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R251 HTW, 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 R251 HTW registered?

R251 HTW is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R251 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 HTW shows 12 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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