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V697 LAR

1999 Ford Galaxy

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2009
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

84,926 mi
Last recorded84,926 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2009
Typical for 1999 Ford Galaxy104,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV697 LAR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2009 84,926 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 82,139 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 81,892 miles

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

Front Semaphore indicator switch insecure (1.4.C.1c)

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

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2007 73,765 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 73,765 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 65,328 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 65,326 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 59,196 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 59,196 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside 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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V697 LAR is a 1999 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V697 LAR, 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 V697 LAR registered?

V697 LAR is a 1999 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V697 LAR safe to buy?

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