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CP53 VVJ

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,587 mi
Last recorded163,587 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 VVJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 163,587 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 163,554 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 141,877 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 130,210 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 130,210 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 130,157 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested engine oil low (7.4.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement caliper (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Oct 2014 117,742 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 109,178 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 109,178 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 99,445 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 94,822 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 85,406 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 74,542 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 63,159 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 50,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine bay top and bottom covers fitted preventing proper inspection.

Pass 19 Dec 2006 36,427 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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CP53 VVJ is a 2003 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 2003 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 96,357 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 CP53 VVJ, 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 23 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP53 VVJ registered?

CP53 VVJ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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