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RY02 VBN

2002 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

165,510 mi
Last recorded165,510 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 VBN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 165,510 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 159,962 miles

rear exhaust box rusting at joint with centre

Pass 8 Nov 2013 153,322 miles

front tyres wearing low

Pass 30 Nov 2012 143,231 miles

rear number plate close to limits

Pass 13 Jul 2011 111,775 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 111,775 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 80,208 miles

front wiper blades starting to smear

slight play in front anti roll bar links

Fail 19 Jan 2010 80,208 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wiper blades starting to smear

slight play in front anti roll bar links

Fail 19 Jan 2010 80,206 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 80,206 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 61,557 miles

both rear tyres becoming low

Pass 4 Jul 2007 30,110 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 23,191 miles

Offside Front 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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RY02 VBN is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RY02 VBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY02 VBN registered?

RY02 VBN is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 July 2002.

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The MOT history for RY02 VBN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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