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EA56 SJO

2006 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,666 mi
Last recorded137,666 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 SJO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 137,666 miles

offside rear inner wing corroded near top shock mount

Fail 3 Aug 2026 137,605 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear inner wing corroded near top shock mount

Pass 31 Jul 2025 130,330 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 120,633 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 120,621 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 115,104 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 105,145 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 105,141 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 97,540 miles

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 21 Jul 2020 94,052 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 82,488 miles

Rear heater shield insecure

Pass 13 Jul 2018 68,444 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 68,444 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working n/s/f side light inop (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 64,867 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 59,221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 52,461 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 44,668 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 38,908 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 31,376 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 29,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear axle bushes slightly perished

Fail 21 Nov 2011 29,392 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear axle bushes slightly perished

Pass 9 Nov 2010 25,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2009 21,518 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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EA56 SJO is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 EA56 SJO, 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 20 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA56 SJO registered?

EA56 SJO is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is EA56 SJO safe to buy?

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