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AK53 FZA

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

265,595 mi
Last recorded265,595 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FZA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2021 265,595 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 233,146 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 211,784 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 122,048 miles

Check engine light on

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 107,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 107,460 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 93,879 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 79,855 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 66,386 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 50,879 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 48,660 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 20 Sep 2006 38,800 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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AK53 FZA is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK53 FZA, 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 AK53 FZA registered?

AK53 FZA is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AK53 FZA safe to buy?

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