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KG53 VYC

2004 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,853 mi
Last recorded150,853 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 VYC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 150,853 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 149,796 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged/spilt. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner an outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar (D) rubber worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2018 143,690 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 137,301 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 137,247 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod end (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 129,705 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 120,933 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 110,831 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 99,948 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 88,336 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 76,370 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 66,787 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 56,925 miles

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

n/s/r tyre side walls damaged due to being run flat

Pass 28 Jan 2008 47,262 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 39,326 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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KG53 VYC is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 KG53 VYC, 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 22 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KG53 VYC registered?

KG53 VYC is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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