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R339 KFE

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

212,954 mi
Last recorded212,954 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 KFE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 212,954 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

drivers doorcard missing at time of inspection

Pass 15 Aug 2018 207,084 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Aug 2017 200,479 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 192,618 miles

rear pads low

Pass 12 Aug 2015 185,163 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2015 185,163 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 177,133 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 169,328 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 161,425 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Aug 2011 153,896 miles

rear number plate discoloured

Pass 16 Aug 2010 146,625 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 140,011 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 140,009 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 132,594 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 127,465 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 127,465 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R339 KFE is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R339 KFE, 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 R339 KFE registered?

R339 KFE is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R339 KFE safe to buy?

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