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SC53 HVP

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

155,144 mi
Last recorded155,144 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 HVP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 155,144 miles

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

both front tyres wearing thin on inner and outer edges

Fail 1 Jun 2016 155,144 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis and outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis and outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

both front tyres wearing thin on inner and outer edges

Fail 5 May 2016 154,910 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Inner position lamp not working

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

engine oil level low

wear in nearside and offside drive-shafts

Pass 12 Jun 2015 146,694 miles

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

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

corrosion to nearside and offside chassis at front

front brake discs and pads wearing thin

offside rear tyre wearing thin and bald on inner edge

wear and corrosion to rear brake discs and pads

Fail 12 Jun 2015 146,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

corrosion to nearside and offside chassis at front

front brake discs and pads wearing thin

offside rear tyre wearing thin and bald on inner edge

wear and corrosion to rear brake discs and pads

Pass 20 Jun 2014 134,646 miles

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

deterioration to exhaust system at rear

wear to offside front tyre on inner edge

Fail 20 Jun 2014 134,646 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

deterioration to exhaust system at rear

wear to offside front tyre on inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2013 120,970 miles

nearside and offside front tyres wearing thin

Fail 7 Jun 2013 120,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine oil level low

nearside and offside front tyres wearing thin

Pass 7 Jun 2012 110,374 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

some corrosion to rear nearside brake disc

Fail 1 Jun 2012 110,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

some corrosion to rear nearside brake disc

Fail 20 May 2011 103,654 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2011 103,654 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 96,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

amber warning light on dash

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 May 2009 79,430 miles

brake pad warning light on,may need front and rear pad sensor cables

Fail 20 May 2009 79,430 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake pad warning light on,may need front and rear pad sensor cables

Pass 12 May 2008 65,109 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2007 51,042 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 47,317 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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SC53 HVP is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 SC53 HVP, 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 22 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SC53 HVP is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 January 2004.

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