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V287 DLC

1999 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,844 mi
Last recorded97,844 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV287 DLC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 97,844 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both front (2.7.4)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 97,844 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central exhaust hanger broken

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both front (2.7.4)

rear exhaust bracket missing

Pass 10 Sep 2016 94,462 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 90,818 miles

Nearside Front underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2014 87,578 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 87,509 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 84,044 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 84,005 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 80,682 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 77,259 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 77,259 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine very noisy

Pass 6 Sep 2010 74,301 miles

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

front wippers not parking in the correct position

rear tyres perrished

Pass 7 Sep 2009 70,949 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 70,949 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 67,046 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 64,195 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 64,195 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 59,653 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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V287 DLC is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V287 DLC, 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 V287 DLC registered?

V287 DLC is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V287 DLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V287 DLC shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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