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V238 DCU

1999 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

125,246 mi
Last recorded125,246 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV238 DCU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 125,246 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 111,447 miles

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

o/s rear lense cracked

Pass 10 May 2008 93,521 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 1 May 2008 93,341 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2006 682,854 miles

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

o/s front tyre low

o/s rear lense holed orange light

Pass 23 Nov 2006 682,854 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

o/s front tyre low

o/s rear lense holed orange light

Fail 18 Nov 2006 68,156 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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V238 DCU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 V238 DCU, 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 V238 DCU registered?

V238 DCU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V238 DCU safe to buy?

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