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FP59 DTU

2009 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

165,438 mi
Last recorded165,438 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 DTU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 165,438 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe and suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe and suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 149,292 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe and suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 22 Aug 2023 112,602 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 12 Aug 2022 106,537 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 101,916 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 101,906 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 96,987 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,825 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 86,482 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 80,385 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 73,508 miles

slight cracking on side wall near side rear tyre

under trays fitted to front obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2015 62,295 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Jul 2015 62,295 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

high level stop light not working

n/s o/s rear tyres outer sidewalls worn

Pass 22 Aug 2014 52,813 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 52,813 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 43,126 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 40,483 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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FP59 DTU is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP59 DTU, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP59 DTU registered?

FP59 DTU is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is FP59 DTU safe to buy?

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