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R582 XKX

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,701 mi
Last recorded159,701 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR582 XKX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 159,701 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 159,584 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

handbrake light on

roof leaking

Pass 31 Dec 2011 154,882 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 154,882 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 151,163 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

centre rear lap belt de adjusts its self when pulled

Pass 22 Dec 2009 146,186 miles

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

nearside inner cv gaiter split

offside rear shock absorber dust cover poor

offside rear tytre worn on inner edge

wipers split but clearing screen

Fail 5 Jan 2009 139,095 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 139,095 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 126,807 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 126,807 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 113,318 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 107,920 miles

nearside rear bumper slighty insecure

offside front outer sill damaged †

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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R582 XKX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R582 XKX, 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 R582 XKX registered?

R582 XKX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 22 December 1997.

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