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ET54 VZU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,166 mi
Last recorded112,166 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 VZU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 112,166 miles

Both front sill sections excessively corroded, outside prescribed areas.

Nearside Front Brake hose deteriorated.

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose deteriorated.

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside front tyre slightly worn inner edge.

Fail 20 Aug 2018 112,165 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Both front sill sections excessively corroded, outside prescribed areas.

Nearside Front Brake hose deteriorated.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose deteriorated.

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside front tyre slightly worn inner edge.

Pass 21 Jul 2017 98,820 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 98,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 95,742 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 88,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 81,741 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 72,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 66,372 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 66,262 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Front wiper blade not parking correctly but does not obscure the drivers view

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,165 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside rear inner sidelight not working

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Feb 2009 39,412 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 28,060 miles

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

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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ET54 VZU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ET54 VZU, 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

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What year was ET54 VZU registered?

ET54 VZU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 February 2005.

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