CarVerify

Free Car Check

EF05 LME

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

181,471 mi
Last recorded181,471 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 LME
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 181,471 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 180,899 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 176,799 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 170,592 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 161,040 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 160,487 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)

Offside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

both front wishbone bushes slightly cracked.

engine oil leak.

uneven tyre wear on offside rear tyre.

Pass 11 Feb 2016 155,312 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs worne

Pass 24 Mar 2015 149,702 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 149,702 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 147,165 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 147,165 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 145,532 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 128,681 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 242,505 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 242,504 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 205,232 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 169,200 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 145,885 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
Full Ford Galaxy reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EF05 LME is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 EF05 LME, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF05 LME?

You can check the full history of EF05 LME by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EF05 LME registered?

EF05 LME is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is EF05 LME safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 LME shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF05 LME have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EF05 LME. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.