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BG66 VRL

2016 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

407,848 mi
Last recorded407,848 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG66 VRL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 407,848 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 371,579 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 341,383 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 295,865 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 295,865 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 199,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 155,177 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 155,177 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

tpms warning

Pass 27 Jan 2020 118,570 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2020 118,570 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 41,710 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 41,710 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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BG66 VRL is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG66 VRL, 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 BG66 VRL registered?

BG66 VRL is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is BG66 VRL safe to buy?

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