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BF03 HLP

2003 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,213 mi
Last recorded170,213 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 HLP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 170,213 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all around (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside & nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills

Pass 23 Jul 2019 166,046 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to Offside rear wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear wheel arches corroded but have no sharp or jagged edges

full exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2018 157,154 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

middle and rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2017 145,434 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 135,130 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 122,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 122,958 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 109,265 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 109,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 96,113 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 86,722 miles

advise offside rear tyre 2.31mm

Fail 25 Jul 2012 86,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise offside rear tyre 2.31mm

Pass 2 Aug 2011 77,109 miles

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

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

advise tracking check

both front discs pitted

possible noisy aux belt tensioner found on lock to lock

Pass 19 Aug 2010 68,822 miles

advise tracking

advise offside rear shocker damp

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 58,703 miles

advise free play in both front top shocker mounts

Fail 24 Jul 2009 58,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise free play in both front top shocker mounts

Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,963 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)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 39,127 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 39,127 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front discs lipped

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge and numerous small cuts in tyre (2mm)

offside rear tyre worn on both edges (2mm)

unable to see front pads

Pass 25 Jul 2006 29,388 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 29,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BF03 HLP is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF03 HLP, 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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BF03 HLP is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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