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FD12 DFC

2012 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,257 mi
Last recorded90,257 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Galaxy90,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 DFC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 90,257 miles

exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 24 Apr 2026 90,251 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Jun 2025 87,012 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 84,305 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 84,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 79,756 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 76,605 miles

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

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

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2021 75,103 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 75,010 miles

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 74,767 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 74,764 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure wing mirror sharp edges (3.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2019 65,329 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2019 65,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 57,534 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 52,035 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 45,728 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2016 47,525 miles

Nearside Front Additional braking device insecure ABS wire, fouling some suspension components (3.6.I.1)

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Nearside Rear cracks foaming in tread on tyre

Pass 13 May 2015 42,380 miles

cuts on offside front tyre wall,

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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FD12 DFC is a 2012 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 90,777 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 FD12 DFC, 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 14 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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FD12 DFC is a 2012 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 June 2012.

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