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BJ53 RVZ

2003 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,484 mi
Last recorded115,484 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 RVZ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 115,484 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Apr 2018 115,484 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 110,171 miles

brake pipes rusty

Fail 14 Apr 2017 110,170 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes rusty

Pass 14 Apr 2016 102,845 miles

exhaust corroded front and rear

Pass 16 Apr 2015 91,119 miles

exhaust corroded,rear clamp missing,flexi armour broken

offside parking brake performance low

Pass 14 Apr 2014 82,521 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

exhaust rear section corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2013 76,462 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 rear box in poor condition

Pass 25 Jan 2012 71,409 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 65,804 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 58,458 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 47,131 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 38,982 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 38,982 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 29,452 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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BJ53 RVZ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BJ53 RVZ, 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 BJ53 RVZ registered?

BJ53 RVZ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is BJ53 RVZ safe to buy?

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