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FJ51 FGV

2002 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,484 mi
Last recorded93,484 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 FGV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 93,484 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 86,986 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 86,986 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2011 78,150 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 78,150 miles

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 67,807 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 67,807 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

N/S/Front tyre worn on edges

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 57,509 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 56,696 miles

Nearside front fog lamp insecure, Removed after test.

Fail 4 Feb 2009 56,696 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front fog lamp insecure, Removed after test.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 49,004 miles

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

engine cover fitted full inspection restricted

rear reg plate slightly defaced

Fail 18 Feb 2008 48,929 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

engine cover fitted full inspection restricted

rear reg plate slightly defaced

Pass 22 Feb 2007 40,618 miles

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

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

Full inspection restricted due to engine cover fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2007 40,618 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Full inspection restricted due to engine cover fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2006 32,875 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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FJ51 FGV is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 FJ51 FGV, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ51 FGV registered?

FJ51 FGV is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 February 2002.

Is FJ51 FGV safe to buy?

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