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DU53 FAK

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

170,548 mi
Last recorded170,548 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 FAK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 170,548 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load compansator (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Dec 2017 170,264 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 163,326 miles

Engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 1 Oct 2016 163,289 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play front lower ball joint (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 2 Oct 2015 152,475 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL METAL PIPES (3.6.B.2c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment N/SIDE FRONT (2.5.A.1c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment O/SIDE FRONT (2.5.A.1c)

REARMOST SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED REAR SEATS NOT FITTED.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 152,475 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases PIPE INTO REAR BOX EXCESSIVELY CORODED (7.1.2)

registration plate insecure FRONT (6.3.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL METAL PIPES (3.6.B.2c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment N/SIDE FRONT (2.5.A.1c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment O/SIDE FRONT (2.5.A.1c)

REARMOST SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED REAR SEATS NOT FITTED.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 143,603 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 143,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 135,048 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 127,949 miles

front & rear brake pipes corroding

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 19 Sep 2012 127,949 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front & rear brake pipes corroding

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Sep 2011 122,033 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 109,006 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 92,952 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 92,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 79,328 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

power steering noisy poss belt /tentioner

Pass 21 Sep 2007 63,427 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 63,427 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

sill damage n/s

Pass 13 Sep 2006 46,667 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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DU53 FAK is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DU53 FAK, 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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DU53 FAK is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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