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R405 FUM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,859 mi
Last recorded91,859 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 FUM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 91,859 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 91,859 miles

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 89,189 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 89,189 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 87,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 86,276 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 85,030 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 83,745 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 83,908 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 82,669 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 81,614 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 81,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 81,016 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 79,587 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 78,741 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 78,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 77,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 75,085 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 73,221 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 70,338 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2005 70,338 miles

Offside 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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R405 FUM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R405 FUM, 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 R405 FUM registered?

R405 FUM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R405 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R405 FUM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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