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AY61 DWU

2011 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,279 mi
Last recorded71,279 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Galaxy92,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 DWU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 71,279 miles

Exhaust Corroded

General Corrosion

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All Rears ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 71,279 miles

Exhaust Corroded

General Corrosion

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All Rears ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 68,997 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 67,487 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 64,882 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 63,226 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 60,671 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 60,671 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 59,470 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear ()

Pass 19 Nov 2018 58,028 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear seats removed ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 56,490 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 49,122 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 40,955 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 33,171 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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AY61 DWU is a 2011 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 92,318 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 AY61 DWU, 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 15 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY61 DWU registered?

AY61 DWU is a 2011 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is AY61 DWU safe to buy?

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