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BN55 OGT

2005 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,807 mi
Last recorded108,807 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 OGT
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 May 2019 108,807 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill section holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg and wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill section .holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front hubs corroded

Both rear back plates corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes and unions corroded rear of vehicle - (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2015 106,320 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR TYRES ON LEGAL LIMMIT AND BADLY TRACKED (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 101,944 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 101,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 97,773 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2012 94,933 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 91,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 88,338 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 88,338 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 84,640 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 84,640 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2010 81,532 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 81,532 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 54,779 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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BN55 OGT is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BN55 OGT, 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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BN55 OGT is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 September 2005.

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