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R335 URM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,957 mi
Last recorded160,957 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR335 URM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2016 160,957 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

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

rear brake pipes have been covered in grease not allowing a full inspection

Pass 10 Nov 2015 153,566 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 143,094 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 137,709 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 131,998 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 125,924 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 121,816 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 118,140 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 113,854 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 106,656 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 99,119 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 90,536 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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R335 URM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R335 URM, 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 R335 URM registered?

R335 URM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R335 URM safe to buy?

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