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R958 XVW

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

245,542 mi
Last recorded245,542 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR958 XVW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2007 245,542 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 245,542 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 237,703 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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R958 XVW is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R958 XVW, 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 R958 XVW registered?

R958 XVW is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R958 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R958 XVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R958 XVW have outstanding finance?

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