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RL52 UWR

2002 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

193,273 mi
Last recorded193,273 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 UWR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 193,273 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front on callipers (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 193,035 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section also inadequate repair to other hole (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outrigger not fully seam welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front on callipers (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 191,701 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre several places (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens seriously defective both no beam image seen (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front on callipers (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2020 164,643 miles

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

Nearside Front top strut mount seizing up

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in between flexis on rear suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front top strut mount seizing up

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in between flexis on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 151,639 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jul 2018 141,926 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 132,835 miles

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

chips and scratches in screen

corrosion and wear on rear brake discs

corrosion on brake pipes

corrosion on underside of vehicle

small cuts offside rear seat belt

Pass 21 Jun 2016 119,700 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 111,627 miles

offside rear brake caliper,evidence apparent of leak,spillage .with closer inspection may need adjustment or repair.

Pass 5 Jul 2014 102,368 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 96,566 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 88,539 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 82,814 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 75,990 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 75,944 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 69,964 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 69,964 miles

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 60,438 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 53,738 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2006 44,185 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

rear wiper blade juddering

Pass 31 Aug 2006 44,185 miles

rear wiper blade juddering

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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RL52 UWR is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 RL52 UWR, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RL52 UWR is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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