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FIG 1548

1996 Ford Galaxy

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

212,387 mi
Last recorded212,387 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Galaxy116,449 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 1548
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 212,387 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in both front track rods

Fail 29 Jul 2008 212,370 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in both front track rods

Pass 1 Aug 2007 185,985 miles

Brakepipes going into all four wheels starting to corrode

Slight play in nearside front anti-roll bar linkrod

Fail 18 Jul 2007 185,964 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakepipes going into all four wheels starting to corrode

Slight play in nearside front anti-roll bar linkrod

Pass 8 Apr 2006 182,057 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Apr 2006 182,057 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FIG 1548 is a 1996 Ford Galaxy in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 116,449 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 FIG 1548, 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 30 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FIG 1548?

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What year was FIG 1548 registered?

FIG 1548 is a 1996 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is FIG 1548 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 1548 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 1548 have outstanding finance?

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