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R716 YAR

1997 Ford Galaxy

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,709 mi
Last recorded58,709 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 YAR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 58,709 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 52,862 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 52,862 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 49,091 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 49,087 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2009 49,078 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,022 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 42,081 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 37,813 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 33,525 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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R716 YAR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R716 YAR, 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 R716 YAR registered?

R716 YAR is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R716 YAR safe to buy?

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