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R482 CUR

1997 Ford Galaxy

White Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

93,462 mi
Last recorded93,462 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR482 CUR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2021 93,462 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion to whole of underside

Pass 18 Aug 2020 92,980 miles

Nearside Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing All rear ()

Fail 6 Aug 2020 92,980 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing All rear ()

Pass 21 Aug 2019 92,473 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 92,473 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 92,386 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2017 87,343 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 87,291 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 84,923 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 84,923 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 82,262 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 81,503 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 81,503 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 80,085 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 77,420 miles

Brake pipes covered in thick underseal/grease

Corrosion on suspension mounts

Pass 15 Jul 2011 74,446 miles

Brake pipes covered in underseal/grease

Corrosion on chassis/subframe mounts.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 72,328 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 72,328 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 71,319 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 71,319 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 70,233 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 69,345 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 67,488 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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R482 CUR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in White with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 R482 CUR, 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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R482 CUR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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