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BU02 DCO

2002 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,159 mi
Last recorded149,159 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 DCO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 149,159 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 140,777 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2015 140,565 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 132,212 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 132,205 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 131,675 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 131,675 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

wipers smudging

Pass 9 May 2013 129,395 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 10 May 2012 119,450 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 110,882 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres showing signs of wear

Pass 7 May 2010 103,311 miles

rear seat belts not presented for test

rear seats not presented for test

Fail 7 May 2010 103,303 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine oil level high

rear seat belts not presented for test

rear seats not presented for test

Pass 15 Apr 2009 94,160 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 88,985 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 79,905 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 70,654 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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BU02 DCO is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 BU02 DCO, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 DCO registered?

BU02 DCO is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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