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Y97 VLK

2001 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

188,599 mi
Last recorded188,599 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Galaxy97,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 VLK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 188,599 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D-bushes are worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top strut mounts play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

N/S/F floor panel corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

O/S/F floor panel corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 180,086 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH SIDES REAR TO FLEXI (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 168,675 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 153,891 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 138,656 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 122,446 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 104,577 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 93,816 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 87,010 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 80,311 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 71,653 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 63,786 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 63,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 53,837 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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Y97 VLK is a 2001 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 97,508 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 Y97 VLK, 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 25 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y97 VLK registered?

Y97 VLK is a 2001 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 August 2001.

Is Y97 VLK safe to buy?

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