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EX55 ODN

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,073 mi
Last recorded162,073 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 ODN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 162,073 miles

nearside front door mirror insecure

Fail 14 Aug 2013 162,073 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

nearside front door mirror insecure

Pass 8 Feb 2013 152,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear tyre starting to crack

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Feb 2013 152,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear tyre starting to crack

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 148,069 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 142,635 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres on 1.6mm

nearside front door mirror insecure

Pass 25 May 2011 121,515 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 121,333 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2010 97,589 miles

BOTH REAR AND OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN LOW ON INNER EDGES

Fail 16 Sep 2010 97,589 miles

BOTH REAR AND OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN LOW ON INNER EDGES

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 58,295 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 142,402 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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EX55 ODN is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX55 ODN, 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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What year was EX55 ODN registered?

EX55 ODN is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is EX55 ODN safe to buy?

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