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PK05 DVJ

2005 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

149,082 mi
Last recorded149,082 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 DVJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2022 149,082 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 136,946 miles

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 136,932 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 128,448 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 128,440 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 115,707 miles

Offside Front stut top bearing has slight play in it

Pass 18 Apr 2018 108,693 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexy to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 100,018 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 90,116 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 80,439 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 71,344 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 65,046 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 64,693 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 64,938 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 57,499 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 57,440 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 46,556 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 46,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 38,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 38,246 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 27,151 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 27,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 19,772 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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PK05 DVJ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 PK05 DVJ, 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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PK05 DVJ is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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