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8821 JR

1998 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,381 mi
Last recorded195,381 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration8821 JR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2010 195,381 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

headlamps have temporary beam deflectors

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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8821 JR is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 113,496 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 8821 JR, 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 28 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 8821 JR registered?

8821 JR is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is 8821 JR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8821 JR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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