MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
162,995 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Ford Galaxy?
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S89 MEW is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 113,496 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 S89 MEW, 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 28 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was S89 MEW registered?
S89 MEW is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 August 1998.
Is S89 MEW safe to buy?
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