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R711 PAB

1997 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

190,813 mi
Last recorded190,813 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR711 PAB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 190,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear light lens damaged.

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 7 Oct 2015 190,377 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Standard rear seats not present at time of test.

Pass 8 Oct 2014 189,474 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 188,583 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 188,579 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2012 187,620 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 186,421 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 184,202 miles

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

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

four rear seats not present at time of test.

Fail 28 Sep 2010 184,182 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

four rear seats not present at time of test.

Fail 15 Sep 2009 182,031 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 182,031 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 178,532 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 175,575 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 169,101 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 169,101 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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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R711 PAB is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R711 PAB, 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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R711 PAB is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 22 October 1997.

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