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AF16 SRU

2016 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

68,285 mi
Last recorded68,285 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 SRU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 68,285 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 68,285 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 62,728 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 55,877 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 56,160 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2023 49,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 49,786 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 42,066 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 42,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 36,340 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 33,473 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 33,473 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 26,208 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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AF16 SRU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 AF16 SRU, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF16 SRU registered?

AF16 SRU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 May 2016.

Is AF16 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 SRU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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