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RK09 VXB

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,583 mi
Last recorded143,583 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 VXB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 143,583 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 140,178 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 135,770 miles

front discs corroded

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on both edges

oil leak engine

Fail 16 Apr 2024 135,770 miles

Central Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front discs corroded

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on both edges

oil leak engine

Pass 21 Apr 2023 130,961 miles

oil leak engine

Fail 12 Apr 2023 130,816 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

oil leak engine

Pass 11 May 2022 126,216 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 122,042 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

front tyres wearing on edges

oil leaks from engine

one of four o/s/r position lamps dim

rear tyres perishing, and tread damage

Pass 26 Jun 2020 115,395 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

child seats fitted

oil leaks from engine, undertrays fitted

rear brake pads low

Fail 26 Jun 2020 115,393 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

child seats fitted

oil leaks from engine, undertrays fitted

rear brake pads low

Pass 14 Jun 2019 109,189 miles

child seats fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2019 109,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked open (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

child seats fitted

Pass 22 May 2018 101,883 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 92,674 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2016 76,673 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 61,466 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 51,189 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 46,772 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 42,568 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 42,568 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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RK09 VXB is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 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 RK09 VXB, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK09 VXB registered?

RK09 VXB is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 March 2009.

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