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HG56 SWN

2006 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

142,199 mi
Last recorded142,199 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 SWN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 142,199 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 139,959 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 139,953 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 138,526 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 137,304 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 135,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 133,384 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 131,934 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 131,934 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 129,652 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 127,482 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 125,299 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 125,299 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 123,323 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 119,301 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 114,966 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 109,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 103,891 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 89,742 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f fog lamp cracked

Pass 5 Nov 2010 89,742 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f fog lamp cracked

Pass 10 Nov 2009 70,896 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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HG56 SWN is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 HG56 SWN, 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 20 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG56 SWN registered?

HG56 SWN is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is HG56 SWN safe to buy?

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