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B3 MPV

1998 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,416 mi
Last recorded51,416 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MPV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2014 51,416 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear silencer clamp broken exhaust not blowing at time of test

Pass 9 Sep 2013 51,086 miles

front wiper blade starting to judder

rear exhaust silencer clamp broken silencer is secuer

Pass 11 Oct 2012 50,914 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 50,791 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 50,441 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 50,087 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 49,933 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 49,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 47,693 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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B3 MPV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B3 MPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 MPV registered?

B3 MPV is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is B3 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MPV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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