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ET53 SVX

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

190,339 mi
Last recorded190,339 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 SVX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 190,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 176,272 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 170,689 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 162,290 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 154,526 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 144,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust slight corrosion evident (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 144,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust slight corrosion evident (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 133,857 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 127,400 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 119,369 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 107,278 miles

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

number plates fitted with tempory fittings

slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Pass 15 Jan 2014 95,239 miles

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

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

o/s/r sidelight 1 of 2 not working

Pass 5 Nov 2012 83,750 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 69,699 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 62,252 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 45,821 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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ET53 SVX is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ET53 SVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET53 SVX registered?

ET53 SVX is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is ET53 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 SVX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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