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GKZ 3124

1998 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,873 mi
Last recorded36,873 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKZ 3124
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 36,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2015 36,869 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,759 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 35,742 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,540 miles

Nearside rear tyre appears low on pressure

Rear exhaust clamp deteriorated

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,416 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 35,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre worn on both edges

Pass 20 Apr 2010 35,387 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 35,344 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 35,213 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 35,044 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 33,853 miles

Offside centre and offside rear seats not fitted.

battery insecure

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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GKZ 3124 is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GKZ 3124, 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 GKZ 3124 registered?

GKZ 3124 is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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