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R572 FMJ

1997 Ford Galaxy

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,949 mi
Last recorded146,949 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR572 FMJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2009 146,949 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 143,064 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside rear tyre has slight kerbing damage

slight knocking noise from front of car when driving

slight play in both rear sub frame bushs

Pass 31 Jan 2007 129,859 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 129,859 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

both front and rear indicator bulbs faded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside and offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in both front upper strut top mounts

Pass 26 Jan 2006 114,918 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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R572 FMJ is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R572 FMJ, 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 R572 FMJ registered?

R572 FMJ is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R572 FMJ safe to buy?

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