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DK17 VGT

2017 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

255,826 mi
Last recorded255,826 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2017 Ford Galaxy60,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK17 VGT
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 255,826 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 192,196 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 141,486 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 115,788 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 93,536 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 73,299 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 7 Jan 2020 73,284 miles

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

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

Coolant leak ()

Pass 8 Nov 2019 71,666 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 71,666 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2019 58,794 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 58,794 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 47,334 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 29,970 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,935 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 28,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3 k approx (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2018 26,402 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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DK17 VGT is a 2017 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2017 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 60,312 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 DK17 VGT, 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 9 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK17 VGT registered?

DK17 VGT is a 2017 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 March 2017.

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