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SY54 XVG

2004 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,762 mi
Last recorded155,762 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 155,762 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 149,802 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 140,876 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 135,491 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 135,489 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 129,356 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 129,351 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 126,410 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

brake discs corroded alround

exhaust corroded in places

inner sills & front inner archs corroded

rear suspension arms & support brackets corroded

rear valance corroded

vehicle corroded underneath in various places

Pass 3 Aug 2017 125,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 124,291 miles

Exhaust back box skin corroded

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Full sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion Full sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Subframe (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 120,904 miles

Exhaust heat sheild insecure

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 28 Oct 2013 113,806 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 106,455 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 93,540 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 84,065 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 71,076 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 57,560 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 42,739 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 15 Oct 2007 42,739 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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 XVG is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XVG, 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 XVG registered?

SY54 XVG is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is SY54 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY54 XVG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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