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LX04 VKL

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

115,787 mi
Last recorded115,787 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 VKL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 115,787 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 106,165 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 99,145 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 99,145 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 87,499 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 87,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,131 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge.

Fail 13 Nov 2014 78,131 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge.

Pass 14 Nov 2013 70,345 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 70,345 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 60,597 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 60,596 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 29 Feb 2012 55,426 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside inner front driveshaft worn (on limit)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Feb 2012 55,426 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside inner front driveshaft worn (on limit)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2011 47,536 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 41,920 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 35,036 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 28,261 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 21,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Feb 2007 21,822 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LX04 VKL is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 LX04 VKL, 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 22 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LX04 VKL is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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