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DG53 UJY

2003 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests29 (16 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate55.2%

Mileage

235,711 mi
Last recorded235,711 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 UJY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 13 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 235,711 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 235,711 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 228,838 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 217,940 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 17 Sep 2019 217,886 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

brake pad ware light on dash

Pass 6 Sep 2018 209,481 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 209,481 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 199,730 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 198,731 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 198,731 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 189,600 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 189,600 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 179,646 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jun 2014 179,646 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2013 174,167 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 173,946 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 121,251 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 121,251 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 106,517 miles

near side front tyre is starting to scrubb on outter edge

Fail 23 Jun 2011 106,517 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side front tyre is starting to scrubb on outter edge

Pass 21 Jun 2010 91,262 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 74,737 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 74,737 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 63,191 miles

Unable to test 2nd row seat belts nearside and offside as seats in stowed away position.

Fail 20 Jun 2008 63,191 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both nearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner edge.Tracking check required

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

Offside door mirror broken.

Unable to test 2nd row seat belts nearside and offside as seats in stowed away position.

Fail 20 Jun 2007 52,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 52,422 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 43,614 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 43,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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DG53 UJY is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG53 UJY, 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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DG53 UJY is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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