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SY56 VAO

2006 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

155,041 mi
Last recorded155,041 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 VAO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 155,041 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 129,979 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

brake pedal rubber wearing.

off side front fog lamp loose in its mount.

Pass 30 Aug 2016 81,467 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 80,089 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 73,263 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 73,263 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 70,228 miles

Both rear suspension trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Oct 2014 70,227 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both rear suspension trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Oct 2013 65,041 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 65,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 60,502 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,893 miles

offside front tyre wearing on the inside edge

offside rear suspension bush deteriorating

Fail 13 Oct 2011 57,893 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front tyre wearing on the inside edge

offside rear suspension bush deteriorating

Pass 12 Oct 2010 51,576 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 46,892 miles

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

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

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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SY56 VAO is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 99,344 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 SY56 VAO, 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 20 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 SY56 VAO registered?

SY56 VAO is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 October 2006.

Is SY56 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 VAO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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