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BK55 ORU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

212,880 mi
Last recorded212,880 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 ORU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 212,880 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear main (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 May 2017 202,971 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

brakes slightly low

oil leak N/S/R shock has slight leak

rear seats not in use under body corroded

slightly smoking all brake pipes corroded

Fail 2 May 2017 202,971 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brakes slightly low

oil leak N/S/R shock has slight leak

rear seats not in use under body corroded

slightly smoking all brake pipes corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2016 196,530 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear Seat belts unable to check as they are obstructed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 196,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear Seat belts unable to check as they are obstructed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2015 192,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2014

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 140,113 miles

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

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on the edges

nearside rear lens is damaged

offside door mirror has slight damage

windscreen has stone chips

Fail 12 Nov 2013 140,110 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on the edges

nearside rear lens is damaged

offside door mirror has slight damage

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 21 Sep 2013 135,092 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 116,492 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

stone chip on the windcreen

Pass 21 Sep 2011 96,099 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 87,595 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 77,873 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 77,826 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre inner shoulder showing wear

Pass 19 Sep 2008 66,125 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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BK55 ORU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 BK55 ORU, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BK55 ORU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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