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R401 ACL

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,022 mi
Last recorded156,022 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 ACL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 156,022 miles

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

dry in places advise to wax oil

n/s/f mirror carcked

Fail 14 Jun 2012 151,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 151,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 144,813 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 144,813 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 136,735 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 136,735 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 129,729 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 121,167 miles

All steal brake pipes covered in copper grease

Child seat fitted to offside middle so not able to check seatbelt operation

Fail 2 Jun 2008 121,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

All steal brake pipes covered in copper grease

Child seat fitted to offside middle so not able to check seatbelt operation

Pass 14 Jun 2007 114,585 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 101,631 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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R401 ACL is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R401 ACL, 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 R401 ACL registered?

R401 ACL is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R401 ACL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 ACL shows 12 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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