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AK03 XCM

2003 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,711 mi
Last recorded98,711 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XCM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 98,711 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 94,435 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 89,318 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 89,318 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 85,140 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 78,861 miles

Nearside Front strut top mount has slight play

Offside Front strut top mount has slight play

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2017 74,815 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 64,858 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 56,948 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 45,754 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 42,275 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 35,127 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 27,069 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 19,470 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,518 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,428 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,261 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 7,128 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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AK03 XCM is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AK03 XCM, 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 AK03 XCM registered?

AK03 XCM is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AK03 XCM safe to buy?

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