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HJ52 VAY

2005 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

145,567 mi
Last recorded145,567 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VAY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 145,567 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment on limits (2.5.A.1c)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Sep 2014 13,978 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 139,777 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Wheel nut covers fitted

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front macpherson strut upper retainers corroded

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear subframe outer bushes deteriorated resulting in slight movement

Unable to test all rear passenger seats and seatbelts

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 132,032 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 118,836 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 108,549 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 27 Sep 2011 108,549 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 98,038 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 90,965 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 76,948 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 63,411 miles

1ltr of engine oil topped up to carry out immsion test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 63,411 miles

1ltr of engine oil topped up to carry out immsion test

Pass 7 Nov 2006 526,863 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 40,011 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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HJ52 VAY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 HJ52 VAY, 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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HJ52 VAY is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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