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AO53 VVG

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

130,619 mi
Last recorded130,619 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 VVG
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 130,619 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 125,397 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 119,993 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 114,328 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 108,724 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 108,724 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 103,667 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 93,386 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 82,966 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 75,066 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 69,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/s/f inner c.v boot gaiter splitting

Fail 8 Sep 2009 69,094 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/s/f inner c.v boot gaiter splitting

Pass 17 Sep 2008 62,185 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 62,185 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 55,505 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 55,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 6 Sep 2006 49,543 miles

nsf tyre on 2.8mm on edge

nsr tyre on 1.6mm on edge very close to legal limit

osf tyre on 2.9mm on edge

small rip in ns inner cv gator

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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AO53 VVG is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AO53 VVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 VVG registered?

AO53 VVG is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 October 2003.

Is AO53 VVG safe to buy?

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