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RE18 GCF

2018 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

411,540 mi
Last recorded411,540 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Galaxy62,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE18 GCF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 411,540 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2026 211,540 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2025 196,457 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 May 2025 178,198 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 176,462 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 159,275 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 140,678 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 123,280 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2023 123,280 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn [ both side ] (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator [ both side ] (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 100,242 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 80,341 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 58,988 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 58,988 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 46,946 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 46,946 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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RE18 GCF is a 2018 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RE18 GCF, 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 RE18 GCF registered?

RE18 GCF is a 2018 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 13 August 2018.

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