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R997 VVX

1997 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,393 mi
Last recorded167,393 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Galaxy118,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 VVX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 167,393 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 152,016 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 145,257 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 139,170 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 133,724 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 128,164 miles

airbag light on.

lift in both front strut top mountings.

offside horn button damaged.

rear exhaust clamp corroded.

spare wheel missing.

suspect multi-vee belt tensioner.

Fail 3 Mar 2009 128,164 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

airbag light on.

lift in both front strut top mountings.

offside horn button damaged.

rear exhaust clamp corroded.

spare wheel missing.

suspect multi-vee belt tensioner.

Pass 15 Feb 2008 125,441 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 120,835 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 115,225 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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R997 VVX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R997 VVX, 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 R997 VVX registered?

R997 VVX is a 1997 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R997 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 VVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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