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DF05 CAU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,162 mi
Last recorded161,162 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 CAU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 161,162 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Feb 2018 143,719 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 133,062 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 133,061 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 122,160 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 122,160 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 113,895 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 108,000 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 97,606 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 85,777 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 85,777 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2011 73,450 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 60,388 miles

AT TIME OF TEST ONLY THREE PASSENGER SEATS ARE FITTED.

Pass 20 May 2009 46,106 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 34,085 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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DF05 CAU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF05 CAU, 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 DF05 CAU registered?

DF05 CAU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is DF05 CAU safe to buy?

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