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R938 EEH

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,891 mi
Last recorded146,891 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR938 EEH
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2014 146,891 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 144,115 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 139,213 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 133,290 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 131,459 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 May 2010 131,459 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 128,448 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 128,448 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 3 Jan 2008 121,541 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)

play in n/s/f strut top

play in o/s/f strut top

Pass 3 Jan 2008 121,541 miles

play in n/s/f strut top

play in o/s/f strut top

Pass 11 Jan 2007 108,192 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 108,192 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 97,125 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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R938 EEH is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R938 EEH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R938 EEH registered?

R938 EEH is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R938 EEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R938 EEH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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