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S277 TBU

1999 Ford Galaxy

Grey Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,995 mi
Last recorded141,995 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS277 TBU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 141,995 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 132,230 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot covering boot (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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Fail 19 Nov 2015 132,230 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot covering boot (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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Pass 3 Oct 2014 117,970 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Oct 2013 106,150 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 105,319 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 105,316 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 101,760 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 101,760 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 97,485 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 92,405 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 86,299 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 86,299 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 80,605 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 74,981 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 68,786 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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S277 TBU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 S277 TBU, 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 S277 TBU registered?

S277 TBU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S277 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S277 TBU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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