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DF53 FAJ

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,348 mi
Last recorded119,348 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 FAJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 119,348 miles

both n/s tyres worn on edges

hazard switch incomplete

Fail 18 Feb 2015 119,346 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both n/s tyres worn on edges

hazard switch incomplete

Pass 16 Jan 2014 108,574 miles

Rear exh. in poor condition.

Pass 4 Dec 2012 97,134 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 97,134 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 89,761 miles

both rear inner drive shaft boots split

rear seats not fitted

Fail 7 Dec 2011 89,758 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear inner drive shaft boots split

rear seats not fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2010 81,858 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 74,476 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 66,381 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 66,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 55,143 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 43,393 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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DF53 FAJ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DF53 FAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF53 FAJ registered?

DF53 FAJ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is DF53 FAJ safe to buy?

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