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MH05 FVF

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,034 mi
Last recorded154,034 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 FVF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 154,034 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 154,034 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 148,989 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 148,989 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 146,070 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 142,180 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 142,180 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 138,641 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 138,641 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 133,346 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 129,733 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 129,733 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 124,764 miles

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

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)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 118,010 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 108,456 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 101,142 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 91,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 74,737 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 58,200 miles

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

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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MH05 FVF is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MH05 FVF, 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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MH05 FVF is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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