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MV18 YDY

2018 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

217,442 mi
Last recorded217,442 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Galaxy62,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV18 YDY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 217,442 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 208,650 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 208,650 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 201,714 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 May 2023 193,583 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 193,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 184,853 miles

Additional rear seats folded down seat belts not fully inspected

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 May 2021 180,862 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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MV18 YDY is a 2018 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 62,344 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 MV18 YDY, 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 8 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MV18 YDY registered?

MV18 YDY is a 2018 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 May 2018.

Is MV18 YDY safe to buy?

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