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DS16 KSF

2016 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,539 mi
Last recorded82,539 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 KSF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 82,539 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 79,678 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 79,089 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 73,216 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 60,120 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 59,752 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2023 59,745 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2023 50,211 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 42,402 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 30,048 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 134,812 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 130,723 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 14 Apr 2021 130,723 miles

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

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2020 118,433 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 115,964 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 97,755 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 78,918 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 77,579 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 63,940 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 47,671 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 44,084 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 29,631 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Jun 2017 29,629 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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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DS16 KSF is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 DS16 KSF, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS16 KSF?

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What year was DS16 KSF registered?

DS16 KSF is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 June 2016.

Is DS16 KSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 KSF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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