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GN59 BVH

2009 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,518 mi
Last recorded120,518 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN59 BVH
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 120,518 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 116,067 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 116,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 110,213 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 103,955 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 99,130 miles

Central Stop lamp not working

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread + bald inner edge(225/50R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 99,120 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 Man. plate limit = 1.51 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp not working

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread + bald inner edge(225/50R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 95,142 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row. associated items not tested ()

Fail 5 Mar 2021 95,126 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Speedometer clearly inoperative Rev counter & 2 x gauges also not functioning (7.8 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre row, O/S seat. Associated items not inspected ()

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 92,439 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Associated items not inspected ()

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 85,800 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON BOTH EDGES CLOSE TO CORDS ON INNER. 225/50/17w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 81,703 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Feb 2018 81,703 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 77,073 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt AND OFFSIDE REAR ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 77,039 miles

Emissions not tested DUE TO MAJOR EXHAUST LEAK (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases IN TWO PLACES, CENTRE/REAR (7.1.2)

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt AND OFFSIDE REAR ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 71,543 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases AND REAR SILENCER IN POOR CONDITION (7.1.2)

ITEAM REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW PRIOR TO TEST.

Rear CHILD SEATS FITTED NOT ALLOWING INSPECTION OF ADULT BELTS.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 63,429 miles

N/S/R outer sidelight not working

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 63,429 miles

N/S/R outer sidelight not working

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 58,324 miles

REAR EXHAUST BOX OUTTER SKIN RUSTED

Pass 9 Oct 2013 54,630 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 40,387 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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GN59 BVH is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GN59 BVH, 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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GN59 BVH is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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