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KV56 VLX

2006 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

125,462 mi
Last recorded125,462 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 VLX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 125,462 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 120,263 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 120,263 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2017 113,969 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 113,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2016 108,050 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2016 108,050 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 102,523 miles

Offside tyre wearing on inner edge

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 94,898 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 89,211 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 89,211 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 May 2012 82,656 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2012 82,656 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2011 76,047 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 76,047 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2010 43,470 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 63,873 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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KV56 VLX is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 KV56 VLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV56 VLX registered?

KV56 VLX is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is KV56 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV56 VLX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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