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R373 OLJ

1998 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

164,365 mi
Last recorded164,365 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 OLJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 164,365 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 156,883 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 145,402 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 135,515 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 135,513 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

centre exhaust box corroding

nearside rear steel brake pipe corroded

wiper linkage on the offside front has been repaired but showing signs of wearing

Pass 13 Apr 2012 127,345 miles

off side front shocker slight play to top mount

rear exhaust box starting to rust

Pass 13 Apr 2011 118,349 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 108,673 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 99,047 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 84,513 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 72,434 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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R373 OLJ is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 113,496 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 R373 OLJ, 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 28 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R373 OLJ registered?

R373 OLJ is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R373 OLJ safe to buy?

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