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AG53 VAO

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

191,863 mi
Last recorded191,863 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG53 VAO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 191,863 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 175,334 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 175,256 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 160,383 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 146,177 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 129,719 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 115,486 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 115,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

front toe needs adjusting

n/s f brake disc blued with heat

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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AG53 VAO is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 96,357 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 AG53 VAO, 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 23 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AG53 VAO registered?

AG53 VAO is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is AG53 VAO safe to buy?

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