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GX55 EJY

2005 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

184,641 mi
Last recorded184,641 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 EJY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2020 184,641 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust snapped and rear section completely missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ripped apart (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r & o/s/r pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2019 174,204 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

advise all rear brake pipes require cleaning up

advise auxillary heater exhaust loose

advise brakke warning lamp

advise front discs condition /performance

advise o/s /f sill scaby corrosion taking place

Fail 28 Jun 2019 174,204 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

advise all rear brake pipes require cleaning up

advise auxillary heater exhaust loose

advise brakke warning lamp

advise front discs condition /performance

advise o/s /f sill scaby corrosion taking place

Pass 2 Jul 2018 162,527 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 141,796 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 121,741 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 121,734 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 108,720 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 92,368 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 92,353 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2013 74,120 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 74,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2012 60,679 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 50,568 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 42,080 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 42,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 33,846 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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GX55 EJY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 GX55 EJY, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GX55 EJY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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