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V429 EAU

1999 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

164,057 mi
Last recorded164,057 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV429 EAU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 164,057 miles

both outer sill slight corrosion all over

Pass 13 Mar 2013 164,022 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Mar 2013 164,022 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2011 155,698 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 133,994 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 133,678 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 131,293 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 131,293 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 126,496 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 126,496 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 119,198 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 111,526 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 111,526 miles

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

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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V429 EAU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V429 EAU, 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 V429 EAU registered?

V429 EAU is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 November 1999.

Is V429 EAU safe to buy?

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