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MF05 VLN

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

199,280 mi
Last recorded199,280 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 VLN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 199,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 198,581 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 183,220 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 182,980 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from hose to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 168,623 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 154,333 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 154,242 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 139,098 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 123,865 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 123,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 108,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 96,067 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 86,209 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 74,921 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Mar 2010 74,921 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 60,265 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 45,318 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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MF05 VLN is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 MF05 VLN, 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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MF05 VLN is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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