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VA03 AWC

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

166,704 mi
Last recorded166,704 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 AWC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 166,704 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 166,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 159,927 miles

various non prescribed corrosion

Fail 29 Sep 2015 159,927 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis / out rigger (2.4.A.3)

brake pad wear light on

front brake discs heavily corroded

various non prescribed corrosion

Pass 8 Oct 2014 153,565 miles

baby seat fitted to n/s middle row of seats not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt or seat back security

rear most seats & belts not tested

Fail 8 Oct 2014 153,565 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

baby seat fitted to n/s middle row of seats not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt or seat back security

rear most seats & belts not tested

Pass 10 Oct 2013 146,268 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 146,262 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front and rear anti-roll bars displaying corrosion.

both front windshield wipers starting to smear front windshield.

corrosion located on both front strut mounts.

Fail 8 Oct 2012 135,677 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 135,677 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 122,609 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 122,609 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 109,144 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 95,899 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hazard switch faulty.n/s/f inner cv boot split. inner rim damage on n/s/f wheel.

Fail 21 Sep 2009 95,899 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hazard switch faulty.n/s/f inner cv boot split. inner rim damage on n/s/f wheel.

Pass 17 Sep 2008 83,351 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 83,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

2nails in n/s/r tyre+ heavy wear on inside edge( 2mm).n/s/f inner cv boot split. hazard switch sticking.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2007 62,968 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 43,946 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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VA03 AWC is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 96,357 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VA03 AWC, 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 23 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VA03 AWC is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 August 2003.

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