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GJ09 VBF

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,968 mi
Last recorded157,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 VBF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 157,968 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 156,736 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn low edges

Offside Front Lower light unit damaged

Offside Front steering arm slight play

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

rear lower spring corroded

windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 10 Jun 2022 144,742 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily warn on inner edge recommend replacement 235/45/18 98V (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracks starting to form both sides (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 135,044 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 131,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 125,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 112,403 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 112,403 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 100,361 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 88,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides worn down 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides worn down to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 69,753 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2013 54,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 Dec 2013 54,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Dec 2012 41,966 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 7,064 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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GJ09 VBF is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GJ09 VBF, 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 GJ09 VBF registered?

GJ09 VBF is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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The MOT history for GJ09 VBF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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