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S260 XWP

1999 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

129,917 mi
Last recorded129,917 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS260 XWP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 129,917 miles

Oil leak

Steering rack noisy

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 May 2010 129,917 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Oil leak

Steering rack noisy

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 112,421 miles

n/s and o/s/f suspension new. signs of n/s/f collapse, and repair.

noise from steering rack.

Fail 5 May 2009 112,421 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

n/s and o/s/f suspension new. signs of n/s/f collapse, and repair.

noise from steering rack.

Pass 7 May 2008 93,476 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 May 2008 93,476 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 70,588 miles

offside front nearside front top mount have slight movement.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 101,616 miles

centre seat removed

Fail 24 Apr 2006 101,616 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

bonnet cable insecure

washers poorly adjusted

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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S260 XWP is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1999 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 104,323 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S260 XWP, 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 27 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S260 XWP registered?

S260 XWP is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S260 XWP safe to buy?

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