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SH61 TGN

2011 Ford Galaxy

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,437 mi
Last recorded75,437 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Galaxy92,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 TGN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 75,437 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2025 75,394 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215 60 16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 68,433 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 68,433 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 64,955 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 64,955 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 59,932 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 59,932 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 55,011 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 50,863 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 45,937 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 45,937 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 44,162 miles

centre rear and n/s/r seat belt not checked because child seat fitted.

Fail 21 Nov 2018 44,152 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking grease. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

centre rear and n/s/r seat belt not checked because child seat fitted.

Pass 20 Nov 2017 36,812 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 28,531 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 28,531 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 21,981 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 13,372 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 13,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SH61 TGN is a 2011 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 92,318 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 SH61 TGN, 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 15 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SH61 TGN registered?

SH61 TGN is a 2011 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is SH61 TGN safe to buy?

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