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DF05 SBZ

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

164,036 mi
Last recorded164,036 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 SBZ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 164,036 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 155,822 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 149,720 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated OS+NS (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat-Belt slow

Rear Brake Pipes heavily greased, not allowing full inspection of brake pipes*

Fail 8 Nov 2017 149,720 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated OS+NS (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat-Belt slow

Rear Brake Pipes heavily greased, not allowing full inspection of brake pipes*

Pass 9 Nov 2016 143,715 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 127,443 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 127,441 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 111,592 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 97,744 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 89,302 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 72,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2010 57,757 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 42,989 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 34,363 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 32,943 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 SBZ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SBZ, 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 SBZ registered?

DF05 SBZ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 26 August 2005.

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