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KR55 KVE

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

137,553 mi
Last recorded137,553 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 KVE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2021 137,553 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill and outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside front brake caliper retaining spring missing

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 131,474 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 131,349 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 113,277 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 113,167 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 102,945 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 102,933 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 95,585 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 95,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated spring broken (3.1.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 88,400 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 88,388 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 81,134 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 (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 75,708 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 69,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 63,245 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 57,164 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 49,995 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 41,217 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 33,648 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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KR55 KVE is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KR55 KVE, 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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KR55 KVE is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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