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RV02 TGN

2002 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

159,461 mi
Last recorded159,461 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 TGN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 159,461 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 152,056 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 143,803 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 134,966 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 125,385 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust silencers outer skins corroded

rear view wash inoperative

Fail 19 Jul 2013 125,385 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust silencers outer skins corroded

rear view wash inoperative

Pass 14 Aug 2012 114,326 miles

Coolant leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

centre exhaust mounting missing, exhaust rear silencer corroded

n/s windscreen trim insecure

Fail 14 Aug 2012 114,326 miles

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

Coolant leak

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front exhaust mounting broken, centre exhaust mounting missing, exhaust rear box corroded

n/s windscreen trim insecure

Pass 28 Mar 2011 99,175 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 91,595 miles

Battery insecure

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Oct 2009 89,995 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

w/screen has a chip

Pass 29 Oct 2008 83,138 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 77,460 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 71,141 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 63,613 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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RV02 TGN is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 RV02 TGN, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV02 TGN registered?

RV02 TGN is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is RV02 TGN safe to buy?

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