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LA02 KVU

2002 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,285 mi
Last recorded143,285 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 KVU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 143,285 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 143,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 141,381 miles

CHASSIS CORRODING SOME BOARDER LINE PASS

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

OFFSIDE FRONT INNER CV PERRISHING

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

REAR TYRES WORN

Pass 4 Mar 2015 137,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

chassis and sills corroded in places

Fail 4 Mar 2015 137,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

chassis and sills corroded in places

Pass 6 Feb 2014 136,524 miles

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

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

front top mounts slight play-o/s/f/ inner cv boot deteriated-exhaust corroded-brakes pipes corroded fron to rears- rear x2 bearings slight play -rear x2 brake pipes corroded-rear pads low-rear discs worn low-slight judder at front brakes

Pass 5 Jan 2013 134,629 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 129,786 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 124,237 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 124,144 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 115,193 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 108,230 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 108,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 101,710 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 91,639 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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LA02 KVU is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 LA02 KVU, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LA02 KVU is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 13 August 2002.

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