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AK53 FZG

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,563 mi
Last recorded98,563 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2012 98,563 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 98,563 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 85,953 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

only two passenger seats fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2010 73,481 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 63,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

unable to check seat belts on both sides rear back seat due to them not fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Oct 2009 63,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

unable to check seat belts on both sides rear back seat due to them not fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2008 53,164 miles

3 seats fited at time off test

Pass 27 Sep 2007 43,076 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 31,793 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 FZG is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FZG, 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 FZG registered?

AK53 FZG is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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