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SA05 RVO

2005 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,460 mi
Last recorded147,460 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 RVO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 147,460 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2014 126,633 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 125,744 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2014 125,744 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2013 117,684 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 114,194 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 105,416 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 68,586 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 65,869 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 56,041 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 56,039 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2008 44,060 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 44,060 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 22,840 miles

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)

Fail 23 Jul 2007 22,840 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SA05 RVO is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 SA05 RVO, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SA05 RVO registered?

SA05 RVO is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is SA05 RVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA05 RVO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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