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G9 OSP

1998 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,252 mi
Last recorded155,252 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 OSP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 155,252 miles

Both front tyres low on inner and outer edges

Pass 9 Sep 2011 146,583 miles

2 rear seats missing

Oil leak

rear brake discs worn

Fail 6 Sep 2011 146,583 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

2 rear seats missing

Oil leak

rear brake discs worn

Pass 24 Aug 2010 134,545 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake discs rusted

Fail 24 Aug 2010 134,545 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

brake discs rusted

Pass 28 Jul 2009 123,624 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 123,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 114,349 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 106,732 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 100,007 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 100,007 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 94,245 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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G9 OSP is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G9 OSP, 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 G9 OSP registered?

G9 OSP is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is G9 OSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 OSP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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