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KW54 LAO

2005 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

227,983 mi
Last recorded227,983 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 LAO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2014 227,983 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 198,186 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 198,186 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 170,351 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 170,351 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 141,438 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 108,189 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 108,189 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 84,231 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 13 Feb 2009 84,231 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 57,527 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 57,030 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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KW54 LAO is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KW54 LAO, 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 KW54 LAO registered?

KW54 LAO is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is KW54 LAO safe to buy?

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