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AX52 EGV

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

228,925 mi
Last recorded228,925 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 EGV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 228,925 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded but not seriously

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 226,382 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 226,382 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 219,390 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 212,842 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 198,520 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 198,512 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 174,983 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 172,380 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 167,204 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flex pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 160,163 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 155,797 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 147,675 miles

Nearside Front slight cracking to brake flexi

Nearside Rear Radius arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front brake flexi hose slight cracking

Pass 10 Jan 2015 136,233 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 123,661 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 111,258 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 100,791 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 91,816 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 91,816 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 81,602 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 67,718 miles

advise slight wear on front and rear brake discs

off side rear seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jan 2008 56,448 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 43,709 miles

off side rear seat not fitted

slight split on near side wish bone bush

Pass 20 Jan 2006 31,811 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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AX52 EGV is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AX52 EGV, 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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AX52 EGV is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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