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BL16 HLC

2016 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,062 mi
Last recorded149,062 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL16 HLC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 149,062 miles

Offside front headlamp slightly damaged/cracked

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 139,471 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre Inner edge of treaded section ()

Offside front headlamp slightly damaged/cracked

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 131,122 miles

Offside front head light assy slightly damaged/cracked

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 131,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer edge of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Centre of treaded section (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside front head light assy slightly damaged/cracked

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 120,231 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 107,169 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside [both 1-2000 miles] (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 96,454 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 73,519 miles

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

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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BL16 HLC is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BL16 HLC, 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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BL16 HLC is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 June 2016.

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