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R351 GMA

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,102 mi
Last recorded120,102 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 GMA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 120,102 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 120,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 111,482 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front and rear registration plates faded

Fail 31 Jul 2009 104,611 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 104,611 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 100,860 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 100,860 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 96,607 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 87,126 miles

nearside rear wheel arch starting to deteriorate †front/rear indicator lamps starting to show white light †exhaust system heavily corroded †slight movement at offside track rod end †nail in nearside rear tyre

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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R351 GMA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R351 GMA, 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 R351 GMA registered?

R351 GMA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R351 GMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 GMA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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