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V185 ECW

1999 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,943 mi
Last recorded120,943 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV185 ECW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2012 120,943 miles

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

Exhaust emits slight blue smoke during acceleration.

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2012 120,943 miles

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

Exhaust emits slight blue smoke during acceleration.

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 113,184 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 105,583 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 99,808 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 99,806 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 91,766 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 82,853 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 73,417 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 73,417 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 62,090 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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V185 ECW is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V185 ECW, 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 V185 ECW registered?

V185 ECW is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 September 1999.

Is V185 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V185 ECW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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