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AY56 XFD

2006 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,865 mi
Last recorded156,865 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 XFD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 156,865 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2026 156,865 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2025 151,431 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 151,431 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box holed (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Offside and Nearside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2024 142,825 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SUB FRAME (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal SUB FRAME (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 135,107 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 126,293 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 116,562 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 112,099 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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Pass 3 Sep 2019 108,326 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 103,714 miles

high level stop lamp missing

Fail 6 Sep 2018 103,711 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

high level stop lamp missing

Pass 18 Aug 2017 99,363 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 99,363 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 92,280 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 85,857 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 75,171 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 65,915 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 54,496 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,527 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 34,024 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,899 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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AY56 XFD is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 AY56 XFD, 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 20 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 AY56 XFD registered?

AY56 XFD is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is AY56 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY56 XFD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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