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LJ09 AEA

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

173,903 mi
Last recorded173,903 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 AEA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 173,903 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 173,903 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 159,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 159,823 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 147,963 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 134,007 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres plus wearing badley on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front tyres on 3mm wearing on inner edges

Fail 15 Mar 2019 134,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides of screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres plus wearing badley on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front tyres on 3mm wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Mar 2018 120,292 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust section (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 105,185 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 103,760 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 92,554 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 78,243 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 65,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2012 47,758 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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LJ09 AEA is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 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 LJ09 AEA, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ09 AEA registered?

LJ09 AEA is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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