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R32 FGK

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,053 mi
Last recorded107,053 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 FGK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 107,053 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 106,015 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 106,015 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 104,608 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 104,605 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 103,186 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2008 103,186 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 26 May 2007 101,104 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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R32 FGK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R32 FGK, 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 R32 FGK registered?

R32 FGK is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R32 FGK safe to buy?

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