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V477 HTX

1999 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,546 mi
Last recorded166,546 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV477 HTX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 166,546 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

covers fitted

Fail 10 May 2017 166,543 miles

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

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

covers fitted

Pass 6 May 2016 157,694 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 157,694 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 149,735 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 149,734 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 141,280 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 May 2013 136,195 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake poor o/s rear

Pass 14 Dec 2010 131,110 miles

hand brake poor o/s rear

n/s front tyre worn outer edge

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 27 Jul 2010 131,106 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

hand brake poor effort o/s rear

Pass 22 Jul 2009 126,620 miles

both front brake hoses perished

brake pipes to both rear wheel cylinders rusty

hand brake poor o/s rear

number plates poor condition

Pass 17 Jul 2008 119,601 miles

both front brake hoses starting to perish

brake pipes to both rear wheel cylinders rusty

front and rear number plates poor

steering rack noisey

Pass 1 Aug 2007 111,776 miles

both front flexi brake hoses starting to perish

both rear tyres worn starting to perish

nearside rear metal brake pipe rusty

offside rear metal brake pipe rusty

Pass 16 Jun 2006 97,486 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 97,486 miles

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

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

nearside rear seat belt slightly frayed

park brake cable in poor condition (front most)

park brake lever does not stay in off position(brakes not binding)

rear number plate in poor condition

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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V477 HTX is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 V477 HTX, 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 V477 HTX registered?

V477 HTX is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V477 HTX safe to buy?

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