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KC05 VAU

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,545 mi
Last recorded131,545 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 VAU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 131,545 miles

both front sills damaged

oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

rear tyres worn on inner edges (on limit)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 131,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front sills damaged

oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

rear tyres worn on inner edges (on limit)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 122,249 miles

both sills damaged - not excessive

front tyres close to limit

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2015 109,572 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 102,712 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2014 102,712 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 95,578 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 86,881 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 78,123 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 67,287 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 56,854 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 48,366 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 47,734 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 38,347 miles

Front brake discs inner faces corroded and in poor condition.

Front number plate fixings loose.

Pass 19 May 2009 30,364 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Outer Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight movement in both front suspension top mounts

Pass 24 Jun 2008 27,509 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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KC05 VAU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KC05 VAU, 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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What year was KC05 VAU registered?

KC05 VAU is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is KC05 VAU safe to buy?

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