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LR59 VLT

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

167,165 mi
Last recorded167,165 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 VLT
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 167,165 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 167,164 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 157,604 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2015 151,982 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

minor oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2015 141,098 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 141,095 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 121,032 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2014 121,032 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 117,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2014 117,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 114,801 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 112,104 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 106,370 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 106,370 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 94,470 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 78,437 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 78,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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LR59 VLT is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 LR59 VLT, 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 LR59 VLT registered?

LR59 VLT is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 November 2009.

Is LR59 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 VLT 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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