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R598 TLR

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,985 mi
Last recorded49,985 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR598 TLR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 49,985 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 49,502 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust box outer skin corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 49,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust box outer skin corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 48,079 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 48,079 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Horn control missing Broken buttons on steering wheel (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 45,461 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear box corrored

Pass 4 Jul 2015 45,127 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 44,215 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,571 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 43,571 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 42,925 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 41,420 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 39,291 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 39,291 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 36,653 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 33,124 miles

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

all four indicators starting to loose amber colour

both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Pass 19 Jul 2007 29,436 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 25,509 miles

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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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R598 TLR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R598 TLR, 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 R598 TLR registered?

R598 TLR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R598 TLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R598 TLR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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