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RK59 YEX

2009 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

158,888 mi
Last recorded158,888 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 YEX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 158,888 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 158,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 152,457 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 152,457 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 145,074 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 145,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 137,025 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre row (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 125,286 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Dec 2018 125,286 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) not working n/s & o/s (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 108,566 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 92,682 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 76,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 58,263 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 58,235 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 57,572 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 56,117 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 46,160 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 46,089 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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RK59 YEX is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 RK59 YEX, 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 RK59 YEX registered?

RK59 YEX is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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