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EX04 XLW

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,522 mi
Last recorded74,522 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 XLW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 74,522 miles

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

Exhaust System Corroded

General Underbody Corrosion

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 73,436 miles

All 4 metal brake pipes to callipers starting to corrode

All shock absorbers getting soft (Slightly reduced damping effect)

All steering & suspension shows general age related wear & surface corrosion

Chip to windscreen

Exhaust corroded

Front & Rear brake discs corroding

Underbody corroding in places

Pass 18 Apr 2023 73,416 miles

All 4 metal brake pipes to callipers starting to corrode

All steering & suspension shows general age related wear & surface corrosion

Chip to windscreen

Exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2022 71,452 miles

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

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

Exhaust system generally corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, worn on inner edge and perished - 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn on inner edge and perished - 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension, Steering & Under body showing general age related surface corrosion

Vehicle tested in wet condition

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 66,788 miles

Exhaust generally corroded

All 4 brake discs corroded

All suspension generally corroded

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 66,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

All 4 brake discs corroded

All suspension generally corroded

Exhaust generally corroded

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 66,774 miles

all brake disks worn and corroded

exhaust system corroded in places

front wipers slight smearing

rear tyres wearing slightly unevenly

Pass 8 Feb 2017 63,090 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 57,054 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 57,054 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 52,678 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 47,240 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 40,907 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)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 35,589 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 30,468 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 26,545 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 26,545 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 23,254 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)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,718 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 15,312 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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EX04 XLW is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EX04 XLW, 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.

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What year was EX04 XLW registered?

EX04 XLW is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is EX04 XLW safe to buy?

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