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MK55 EFV

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

303,401 mi
Last recorded303,401 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 EFV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 303,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 296,669 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2017 296,669 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 289,015 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 289,015 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 74,366 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 74,365 miles

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 57,864 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

emissions test just passed k2.90

o/s door mirror secured with tape

Fail 12 Oct 2009 57,864 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emissions test just passed k2.90

o/s door mirror secured with tape

Pass 13 Oct 2008 41,843 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 41,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim 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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MK55 EFV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 MK55 EFV, 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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What year was MK55 EFV registered?

MK55 EFV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MK55 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK55 EFV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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