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R702 GDA

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,236 mi
Last recorded64,236 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR702 GDA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 64,236 miles

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

corrosion under the car

Pass 12 Oct 2018 63,519 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 62,989 miles

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

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

Signs of rusting around rear suspension. 2 x 7 pin trailer sockets fitted.

Pass 13 Oct 2016 62,638 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2016 62,634 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 61,257 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 60,080 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 60,080 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 58,278 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 58,278 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 52,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear reflector lens cracked

Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,169 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear reflector lens cracked

Fail 19 Aug 2011 40,801 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 40,801 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 38,502 miles

temparary repaire n/s door mirror

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

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

front exhaust mount corroded

n/s rear tyre starting to split

rear rear seaqts not fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2009 37,971 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside front headlamp lense has slight damage

unable to check rear seat belts as seats not installed.

Pass 6 Aug 2008 37,277 miles

2 rear brake hoses,ferrules staring to corrode.

nearside headlamp lens chipped.

two rear seats not fitted at time of test.

Fail 6 Aug 2008 37,277 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

2 rear brake hoses,ferrules staring to corrode.

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

nearside headlamp lens chipped.

two rear seats not fitted at time of test.

Pass 20 Aug 2007 36,406 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 36,406 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside headlamp glass damaged.

rearmost seats not fitted,rearmost seatbelts not tested.

Pass 7 Aug 2006 34,680 miles

chip in n/s headlight

rear number plate dis-coloured

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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R702 GDA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R702 GDA, 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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R702 GDA is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 August 1997.

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