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BB53 TCH

2016 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,966 mi
Last recorded98,966 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB53 TCH
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 98,966 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 89,324 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 81,615 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 77,572 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 73,464 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 69,884 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 60,555 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2019 60,555 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,471 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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BB53 TCH is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 BB53 TCH, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BB53 TCH registered?

BB53 TCH is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 February 2016.

Is BB53 TCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB53 TCH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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