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MT56 EKK

2006 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

215,180 mi
Last recorded215,180 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 EKK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 215,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 20 Dec 2021 211,669 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 205,408 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2020 205,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 199,965 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2019 199,625 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 189,930 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust knocking and rubbing on mount (6.1.2 (a))

Central exhaust heat shield loose

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 189,692 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.51 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load n/s rear door seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD LOSE REAR

REAR EXHAUST RUBBING BODY MOUNT

Fail 24 Nov 2018 189,602 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central exhaust heat shield loose

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear outer side wall perished

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 180,153 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S AND N/S (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 170,723 miles

BELLY PANS FITTED

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 163,450 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 157,357 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 144,814 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 132,275 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 117,112 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 104,772 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 93,791 miles

slight chaffing on nearside rear seat 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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MT56 EKK is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 MT56 EKK, 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 20 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MT56 EKK is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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