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BT56 EXJ

2006 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,210 mi
Last recorded139,210 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 EXJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 139,210 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 137,447 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear suspension very rusty

Pass 18 Feb 2020 136,254 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2019 134,409 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 132,835 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 126,602 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 126,602 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 118,449 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts

Pass 20 Feb 2015 114,479 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)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 114,466 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 108,096 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2014 108,096 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 100,262 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2012 92,420 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 92,420 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 85,981 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 85,981 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Nov 2010 61,385 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 61,385 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 36,207 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2009 36,207 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BT56 EXJ is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 BT56 EXJ, 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 20 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT56 EXJ registered?

BT56 EXJ is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 December 2006.

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