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ET54 XHU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

166,302 mi
Last recorded166,302 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 166,302 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 24 May 2024 159,705 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH D BUSHS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 152,025 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lens misty (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate showing signs of damage (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both n/s o/s upper MacPherson strut bearings worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front front o/s side light dull

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels (1.4.2 (a) (i))

little reserve travel in handbrake

Pass 18 Jun 2022 146,461 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 139,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2020 131,260 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 131,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Along suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 121,279 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 121,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 95,334 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 94,046 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 88,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 83,063 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 76,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 70,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 65,049 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 58,411 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 50,965 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 50,950 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 41,445 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 32,874 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 24,256 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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ET54 XHU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 XHU, 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 XHU registered?

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

Is ET54 XHU safe to buy?

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