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AJ55 HBY

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,591 mi
Last recorded145,591 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 HBY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 145,591 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 135,198 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

front and rear suspension corroded but not to excess

Fail 29 Mar 2019 135,198 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

front and rear suspension corroded but not to excess

Pass 4 Apr 2018 129,100 miles

offside front and rear seat belt buckle plastic covers missing

Pass 7 Mar 2017 123,303 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 118,196 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 117,341 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 105,162 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 95,373 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 82,747 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 82,737 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

lift on ns upper bearing

Pass 11 Jan 2012 73,197 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 68,266 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 57,350 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 49,598 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 42,089 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 42,089 miles

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

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

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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AJ55 HBY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 AJ55 HBY, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ55 HBY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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