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EO55 JLU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,292 mi
Last recorded161,292 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 JLU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2013 161,292 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on edge (slight)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 138,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all rear seats are missing

both front brake discs are worn,though not to excess

both rear tyres have outer edge wear

exhaust system front connection joint is corroded,though intact and secure

Pass 4 Oct 2011 114,272 miles

both front tyres have shoulder wear

both rear tyres devoid of tread on inner shoulders

both sides front flexible brake hoses rubbing on wires,but not seriously damaged at time of test

both sides front inner drive shaft boots split

both sides rear brake discs corroded into braking surface areas,though not seriously weakened

front section of exhaust corroded in areas

second row rear center seat missing

Fail 4 Oct 2011 114,266 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres have shoulder wear

both rear tyres devoid of tread on inner shoulders

both sides front flexible brake hoses rubbing on wires,but not seriously damaged at time of test

both sides front inner drive shaft boots split

both sides rear brake discs corroded into braking surface areas,though not seriously weakened

front section of exhaust corroded in areas

second row rear center seat missing

Pass 30 Sep 2010 90,423 miles

both rear tyres have uneven wear

nearside front tyre worn shoulders and 2mm tread depth

offside front tyre 3mm tread depth, and worn outer shoulder

Fail 29 Sep 2010 90,410 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

both rear tyres have uneven wear

nearside front tyre worn shoulders and 2mm tread depth

offside front tyre 3mm tread depth, and worn outer shoulder

Pass 7 Sep 2009 62,766 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 47,556 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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EO55 JLU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EO55 JLU, 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.

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EO55 JLU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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