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SH09 FJP

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

208,959 mi
Last recorded208,959 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 FJP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 208,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 208,955 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inner (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 202,699 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 179,007 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 179,007 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 165,608 miles

Nearside Rear Inner 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))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 157,803 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn heavily on inner edge 2255017 (5.2.3 (e))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2020 149,594 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 135,182 miles

tow ball corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2018 125,255 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 125,186 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 114,672 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 104,650 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn on edges

oil level low

Pass 18 Apr 2015 94,490 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 81,886 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 81,886 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 4 May 2013 69,632 miles

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

both headlamp aims on upper limits

Pass 5 May 2012 57,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SH09 FJP is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 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 SH09 FJP, 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 17 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 SH09 FJP registered?

SH09 FJP is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is SH09 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 FJP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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