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SL54 SXJ

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

144,837 mi
Last recorded144,837 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 SXJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 144,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 131,983 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 131,983 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 122,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2018 122,869 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 114,606 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside front to rear brake pipes rusty. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 108,799 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 108,661 miles

front brake application uneven 51% (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven 43% (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 100,029 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 99,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 88,973 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 78,570 miles

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

brake pipes at rear of vehicle undersealed

Pass 25 Feb 2013 78,570 miles

brake pipes at rear of vehicle undersealed

Pass 25 Apr 2012 68,184 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 57,611 miles

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

rear brake discs are corroded & worn

Pass 23 Apr 2010 49,604 miles

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

n/s brake disc corroded on inside

wheel alignment reqd

Fail 22 Apr 2010 49,604 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

n/s brake disc corroded on inside

wheel alignment reqd

Pass 3 Sep 2008 36,837 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 28,331 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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SL54 SXJ 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 68.4%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SL54 SXJ, 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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SL54 SXJ is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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