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RO02 BYX

2002 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

92,823 mi
Last recorded92,823 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 BYX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 92,823 miles

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE SIDEWALL SCUFFED

Pass 9 Feb 2016 86,130 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

both headlight lenses deteriorated

Fail 1 Feb 2016 86,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

both headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 9 Feb 2015 81,819 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 74,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Feb 2014 74,880 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2013 66,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 66,467 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 61,123 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 61,122 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 58,071 miles

osr sidewall damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2010 55,277 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 53,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 53,273 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 50,450 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 48,251 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 44,924 miles

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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RO02 BYX is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RO02 BYX, 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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What year was RO02 BYX registered?

RO02 BYX is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RO02 BYX safe to buy?

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