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DG55 VSJ

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

245,121 mi
Last recorded245,121 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 VSJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 245,121 miles

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

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside and offside (2.5.A.1c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 235,540 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 225,589 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2015 222,016 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2015 221,940 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2014 216,450 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 216,450 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 202,974 miles

Offside 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 17 Nov 2012 189,889 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 177,448 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 162,244 miles

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

both front and back brake discs slightly worn

Pass 28 Apr 2011 162,027 miles

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

offside front, nearside front, offside rear and nearside rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2008 112,007 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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DG55 VSJ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DG55 VSJ, 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 DG55 VSJ registered?

DG55 VSJ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DG55 VSJ safe to buy?

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