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BD52 SFU

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,798 mi
Last recorded116,798 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 SFU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 116,798 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 116,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2018 110,327 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 101,388 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 101,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 92,939 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 85,300 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 85,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 76,746 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 67,763 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 58,185 miles

the front brake disc,s look worn

Pass 13 Dec 2010 50,470 miles

rear brake discs wearing thin

Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,003 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 37,930 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 18 Dec 2007 30,320 miles

only 3 seat in the rear of vehicle at time of test

n/s/f tyre has sidewall damage

Fail 14 Dec 2006 23,087 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 23,087 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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BD52 SFU is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BD52 SFU, 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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What year was BD52 SFU registered?

BD52 SFU is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is BD52 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 SFU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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