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AK05 YCG

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,724 mi
Last recorded156,724 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 YCG
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 156,724 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 155,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play of steering rack (2.2.B.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning on dash (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 122,559 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 122,559 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 120,164 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear discs worn

Pass 21 Jul 2014 114,247 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2013 114,017 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2010 89,148 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 64,858 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 64,858 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 38,793 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

o/s/f sill cruched

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer side wall

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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AK05 YCG is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK05 YCG, 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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AK05 YCG is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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