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AY56 ZDJ

2006 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

102,937 mi
Last recorded102,937 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 ZDJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 102,937 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 102,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 92,589 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 79,180 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 74,898 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 74,349 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 73,535 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 71,662 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 67,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 65,430 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 64,748 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,028 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 61,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear suspension arm bushes perished

Fail 17 Nov 2014 61,121 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre small cuts in tread

rear suspension arm bushes perished

Pass 28 Nov 2013 56,427 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear suspension arm bushes starting to perish

Fail 27 Nov 2013 56,427 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear suspension arm bushes starting to perish

Pass 28 Nov 2012 50,176 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both n/s and o/s rear trailing arm bushes de-bonding

corrosion exhaust system around hangers

front brake discs rusty lipped slightly reduced brake surface

possible tow bar socket fault or test equipment

Pass 30 Nov 2011 43,704 miles

Front wipers starting to smear

N/s/r tyre has cuts in tread

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear tow eye cover missing

Fail 29 Nov 2011 43,703 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front wipers starting to smear

N/s/r tyre has cuts in tread

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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear tow eye cover missing

Pass 13 Dec 2010 37,147 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play o/s/f inner track rod

Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,364 miles

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)

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 ZDJ is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ZDJ, 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.

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What year was AY56 ZDJ registered?

AY56 ZDJ is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is AY56 ZDJ safe to buy?

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