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BN05 HVW

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,920 mi
Last recorded108,920 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 HVW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 108,920 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 105,572 miles

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber mounting slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre staring to perish but no exposed cords

Offside Rear Tyre staring to perish but no exposed cords

Pass 3 Mar 2017 101,908 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on edge

offside front suspension unit has movement at upper attachment but not likely to displace with vehicle wheels on the ground

offside front tyre worn smooth on edges close to limit but not resulting in any cords or ply exposed at time of test

slight corrosion to visible brake pipes

Pass 7 Mar 2016 98,047 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 94,826 miles

Both rear tyres perished

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 92,101 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 89,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front wheel bearing,slightly harsh/rough when rotated.advise attention.

Pass 1 Mar 2013 89,013 miles

nearside front wheel bearing,slightly harsh/rough when rotated.advise attention.

Pass 24 Feb 2012 81,237 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 67,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s and n/s front suspension strut lift close to tolerence allowed

Pass 1 Mar 2011 67,502 miles

o/s and n/s front suspension strut lift close to tolerence allowed

Pass 24 Feb 2010 56,681 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 44,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 44,810 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 35,417 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 35,417 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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BN05 HVW is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue 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 BN05 HVW, 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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What year was BN05 HVW registered?

BN05 HVW is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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