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L44 DDR

1998 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,063 mi
Last recorded152,063 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Galaxy113,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL44 DDR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 152,063 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 152,063 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 145,672 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 139,734 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 139,734 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 133,841 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 128,260 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 121,688 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 113,474 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 101,167 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 101,167 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear bumper insecure

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 May 2007 89,495 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 79,409 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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L44 DDR is a 1998 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L44 DDR, 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 L44 DDR registered?

L44 DDR is a 1998 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is L44 DDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L44 DDR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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