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AP51 GKU

2001 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,254 mi
Last recorded147,254 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Galaxy97,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 GKU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 147,254 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Aug 2014 140,833 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

brake pads warning light on

n/s/f shocks weak

Pass 7 Aug 2013 134,290 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 129,390 miles

NOTE-SLIGHT UPPER MOVEMENT ON BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION TOPS

Fail 21 Aug 2012 129,390 miles

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

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

NOTE-SLIGHT UPPER MOVEMENT ON BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION TOPS

Pass 10 Aug 2011 124,884 miles

Both front anti roll bar link, dust covers split.

Both front inner drive shaft gaiters split.

Fail 10 Aug 2011 124,884 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Both front anti roll bar link, dust covers split.

Both front inner drive shaft gaiters split.

Pass 5 Aug 2010 119,660 miles

NOTE NEARSIDE INNER DRIVE SHAFT GAITER SPLIT.

Pass 11 Aug 2009 114,511 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 114,511 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 109,412 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 104,985 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 104,985 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 100,397 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 100,391 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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AP51 GKU is a 2001 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 97,508 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 AP51 GKU, 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 25 years old, this Ford Galaxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP51 GKU registered?

AP51 GKU is a 2001 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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