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EX56 VSD

2006 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

146,185 mi
Last recorded146,185 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 VSD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 146,185 miles

front exhaust flexi blowing

Pass 12 Jun 2018 134,055 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 134,054 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 120,935 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges of tread

nearside front shock absorber leaking

nearside front tyre worn on edges of tread

offside front tyre worn close to legal limit

Fail 8 Jun 2017 120,935 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges of tread

nearside front shock absorber leaking

nearside front tyre worn on edges of tread

offside front tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 1 Jul 2016 112,772 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 112,772 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2015 99,950 miles

front registration plate delaminated

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 89,195 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 89,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 75,627 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 75,627 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 62,884 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 53,390 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 37,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,105 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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EX56 VSD is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 EX56 VSD, 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 20 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EX56 VSD is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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