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R545 UDP

1997 Ford Galaxy

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,573 mi
Last recorded121,573 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 UDP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 121,573 miles

Both rear coil springs starting to corrode

Both rear inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jan 2016 121,116 miles

Both rear inner sill starting to corrode

Fail 13 Jan 2016 121,116 miles

Both rear inner sill starting to corrode

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 120,406 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 119,897 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 119,897 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 117,828 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 117,802 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 116,804 miles

CENTER EXHAUST STARTING TO CORRODE

Pass 12 Jan 2011 112,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 110,622 miles

CENTER EXHAUST BRAKET CORRODING BUT STILL SUPPORTING EXHAUST

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 107,150 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 104,548 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 99,654 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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R545 UDP is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R545 UDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R545 UDP registered?

R545 UDP is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R545 UDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R545 UDP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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