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R260 MNP

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,574 mi
Last recorded156,574 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 MNP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 156,574 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside and offside front strut top mounts have slight play

Fail 13 Oct 2015 156,574 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside and offside front strut top mounts have slight play

Pass 24 Sep 2014 149,870 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 149,870 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 143,125 miles

Engine oil level on minimum

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside centre seatbelt buckle plasic damaged

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Passenger seats missing, centre and both rears not allowing inspection of belts / buckles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear tyres perishing inbetween tread

Surface corrosion to vehicle underbody

Pass 3 Oct 2012 135,453 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 130,087 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 130,087 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)

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

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

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

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

Wiper blades smearing

Rear brake pads 2k left approx

Pass 13 Oct 2010 120,947 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 110,680 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 102,530 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 93,994 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 85,917 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 74,693 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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R260 MNP 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 78.6%.

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 R260 MNP, 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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R260 MNP is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 September 1997.

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