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V598 DGJ

1999 Ford Galaxy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,295 mi
Last recorded164,295 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV598 DGJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 164,295 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 135,142 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 117,843 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 May 2007 103,665 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 103,635 miles

Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 89,441 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 72,207 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 59,503 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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V598 DGJ is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V598 DGJ, 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 V598 DGJ registered?

V598 DGJ is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V598 DGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V598 DGJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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