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AO16 GBU

2016 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

124,850 mi
Last recorded124,850 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 GBU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 124,850 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 124,846 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 105,823 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 105,802 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also on the limit of 1.6mm with smooth edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and below limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also has screw (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

TPMS on

Pass 6 Sep 2023 85,199 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 68,877 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 68,877 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 56,332 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test boot seat ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2021 55,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also Nail, 3mm & worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test boot seat ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 45,790 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 37,374 miles

Under-trays and sill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

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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AO16 GBU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO16 GBU, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO16 GBU registered?

AO16 GBU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 March 2016.

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