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GC16 TFY

2016 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

172,752 mi
Last recorded172,752 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 TFY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 172,752 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 172,743 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 164,322 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 134,156 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 124,749 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 114,663 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 114,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2022 107,121 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 97,420 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 88,562 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 81,445 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 79,752 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,559 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 74,559 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 65,989 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 52,693 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 47,779 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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GC16 TFY is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 GC16 TFY, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GC16 TFY registered?

GC16 TFY is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is GC16 TFY safe to buy?

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