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PL52 UCV

2005 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,226 mi
Last recorded151,226 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 UCV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 151,226 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 151,226 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 144,884 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 138,346 miles

rear number plate loose

rear offside brake binding slightly

Fail 4 Nov 2013 138,346 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear number plate loose

rear offside brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Nov 2012 133,513 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 128,343 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 122,867 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 122,868 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 116,490 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 116,395 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 110,327 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 104,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 104,957 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 100,055 miles

fanbelt noisy

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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PL52 UCV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PL52 UCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL52 UCV registered?

PL52 UCV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is PL52 UCV safe to buy?

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