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V11 LRJ

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV11 LRJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

underside suspension corroded

Fail 15 Oct 2025

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective lens broken missing (4.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

underside suspension corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2024

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + crack and perish (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2024

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + crack and perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 115,029 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Underside corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2022

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

n/s/r coil spring lower coil corroded .......

Pass 16 Oct 2020 101,655 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 96,236 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 89,808 miles

centre exhaust hanger corroded away

Fail 18 Jul 2018 89,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50 zr17 98y (5.2.3 (d) (i))

centre exhaust hanger corroded away

Pass 7 Jul 2017 80,366 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2016 72,472 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 72,472 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 63,121 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 53,716 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,434 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2012 33,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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V11 LRJ is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 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 V11 LRJ, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V11 LRJ registered?

V11 LRJ is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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