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FH53 UMB

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

111,098 mi
Last recorded111,098 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 UMB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 111,098 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 22 Mar 2018

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 111,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall perishing

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 5 Jan 2017 111,501 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Outer sidewall starting to perish

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

Oil leak ()

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2016 109,708 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 107,249 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 107,240 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 103,628 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 101,083 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 101,080 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 98,441 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 93,130 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 87,962 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 87,958 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 82,123 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 76,938 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 76,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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FH53 UMB is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FH53 UMB, 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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FH53 UMB is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 January 2004.

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