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V398 MVX

1999 Ford Galaxy

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,954 mi
Last recorded130,954 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV398 MVX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 130,954 miles

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

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Pass 25 Jan 2010 124,147 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2010 124,026 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 108,684 miles

centre exhaust bracket loose

Pass 27 Jul 2007 105,315 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2007 105,315 miles

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

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

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

both front brake discs scored

tailgate cannot open

whole exhaust system rusting

Pass 21 Nov 2005 65,406 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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V398 MVX is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V398 MVX, 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 V398 MVX registered?

V398 MVX is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 December 1999.

Is V398 MVX safe to buy?

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