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T536 VAE

1999 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

131,901 mi
Last recorded131,901 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT536 VAE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 131,901 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 131,901 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 126,912 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 126,240 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 122,649 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 122,649 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 118,392 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 118,392 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 112,846 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 112,846 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 109,185 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 109,185 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 104,052 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 95,136 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 95,136 miles

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

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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T536 VAE is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 T536 VAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T536 VAE registered?

T536 VAE is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T536 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T536 VAE shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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