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R427 EBM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,845 mi
Last recorded130,845 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 EBM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2010 130,845 miles

both far rear and n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seats fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2009 125,883 miles

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

both rear and n/s/r seat belts not tested due to child seat fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 120,467 miles

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

n/s/f seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

rear seat belts not tested due to child seat's fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2007 114,980 miles

n/s/r n/s/r o/s/r seat belts not tested due to child seat's 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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R427 EBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R427 EBM, 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 R427 EBM registered?

R427 EBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R427 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 EBM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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