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EJ12 VLO

2012 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

222,477 mi
Last recorded222,477 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Galaxy90,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 VLO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 222,477 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 216,816 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 212,048 miles

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both rear stabilising arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 209,027 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2022 206,066 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Off side front (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2021 204,783 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 204,783 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s,o/s trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 203,907 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s,o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s,o/s trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 187,393 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 186,529 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 170,358 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 154,940 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 116,893 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 85,911 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 48,258 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 6,762 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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EJ12 VLO is a 2012 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2012 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 90,777 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 EJ12 VLO, 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 14 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ12 VLO registered?

EJ12 VLO is a 2012 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 May 2012.

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