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BG03 BJY

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

131,295 mi
Last recorded131,295 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 BJY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 131,295 miles

both rear shock absorbers has fluid stains

rear exhaust corroded

x1 front exhaust mount broken

Pass 21 Apr 2018 125,765 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)

exhaust corroded + centre bracket broken

Pass 21 Apr 2017 119,481 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Nearside rear tyre wearing on outer tread

Fail 21 Apr 2017 119,481 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Nearside rear tyre wearing on outer tread

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 112,269 miles

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside & nearside wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 20 Apr 2016 112,268 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside & nearside wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 21 Apr 2015 105,599 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Apr 2015 105,599 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Apr 2014 97,785 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 86,936 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 74,413 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

front and rear vrake discs slightly corroded

rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2012 74,413 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

front and rear vrake discs slightly corroded

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2011 70,415 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 64,126 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 56,782 miles

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

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

oil leak from engine

Fail 14 Apr 2009 56,782 miles

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

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

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 3 Apr 2008 48,544 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyre have some wear on inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2007 37,965 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,281 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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BG03 BJY is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BG03 BJY, 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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BG03 BJY is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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