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R389 NKX

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

102,755 mi
Last recorded102,755 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 NKX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 102,755 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 101,577 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 99,861 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 98,297 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 96,930 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 96,364 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 94,738 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 93,351 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 93,003 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 90,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 89,809 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 88,104 miles

centre and rear exhaust corroding

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 87,580 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 86,940 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 85,602 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 84,689 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2010 84,689 miles

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

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 82,407 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 81,305 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 79,808 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 77,186 miles

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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R389 NKX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R389 NKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R389 NKX registered?

R389 NKX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R389 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 NKX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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