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R356 JDU

1997 Ford Galaxy

White Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

140,693 mi
Last recorded140,693 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR356 JDU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 140,693 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 65,420 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 65,420 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 124,680 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 124,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 116,177 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 116,177 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 110,107 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 105,328 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 105,328 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2007 104,062 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 95,428 miles

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

offside front anti roll bar link rubbers split

Pass 21 Jun 2005 83,444 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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R356 JDU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in White with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R356 JDU, 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 R356 JDU registered?

R356 JDU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R356 JDU safe to buy?

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