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SY54 MGJ

2004 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,814 mi
Last recorded145,814 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY54 MGJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 145,814 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 135,400 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 126,928 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 119,195 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 106,476 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 94,773 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 86,013 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 86,013 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 80,633 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 73,346 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 73,341 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 66,071 miles

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit

n/s/r inner a.r.b bush has slight play

Fail 11 Aug 2009 66,071 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit

n/s/r inner a.r.b bush has slight play

Pass 14 Aug 2008 50,243 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 40,590 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SY54 MGJ is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 SY54 MGJ, 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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What year was SY54 MGJ registered?

SY54 MGJ is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is SY54 MGJ safe to buy?

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