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R381 BGU

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,827 mi
Last recorded129,827 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR381 BGU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 129,827 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 6 Sep 2012 113,933 miles

Nearside rear tyre damaged on outer wall (ply cords not exposed)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust system detorated

Pass 16 Aug 2011 97,933 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 93,030 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 86,762 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 81,377 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 74,360 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 68,269 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 61,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 61,542 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 61,542 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 61,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R381 BGU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R381 BGU, 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 R381 BGU registered?

R381 BGU is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R381 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R381 BGU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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