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DS16 UWV

2016 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,029 mi
Last recorded96,029 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 UWV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 96,029 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 96,027 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread peeling (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 15 Nov 2024 86,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 79,738 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 79,738 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 73,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (235/55/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 73,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (235/55/17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 67,102 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 60,173 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 49,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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 UWV is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 DS16 UWV, 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.

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What year was DS16 UWV registered?

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

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