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R49 GBM

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

199,676 mi
Last recorded199,676 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 GBM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 199,676 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 196,571 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2015 193,198 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 188,437 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 188,437 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 185,697 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 182,153 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 182,153 miles

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 179,311 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 176,390 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 161,714 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 147,117 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 132,481 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 121,166 miles

Exhaust poor condition,Corroding at welds and joints.

Pass 1 Jul 2005 110,964 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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R49 GBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R49 GBM, 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 R49 GBM registered?

R49 GBM is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R49 GBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 GBM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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