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EF54 DHX

2004 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

284,287 mi
Last recorded284,287 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 DHX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 284,287 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 28 Nov 2023 282,853 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 1 Dec 2022 280,436 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 274,154 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 271,750 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 270,939 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded but not holed

Offside Front Outer sill corroded and damaged

Offside Rear Outer Body not fully secure wheel arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 254,932 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 234,884 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Feb 2017 234,884 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 228,174 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2016 228,174 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 219,239 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 206,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Feb 2014 206,434 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2013 189,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2011 174,930 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 157,343 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 157,292 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 120,259 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 83,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 83,497 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 42,378 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 42,378 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EF54 DHX is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 EF54 DHX, 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 22 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EF54 DHX registered?

EF54 DHX is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is EF54 DHX safe to buy?

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