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VE54 NXU

2004 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

236,681 mi
Last recorded236,681 miles
Recorded on26 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 NXU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Dec 2024 236,681 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side jacking point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 225,452 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2022 214,643 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 203,436 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2020 194,003 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 187,652 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 178,698 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 168,019 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 150,962 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Dec 2015 146,898 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 137,225 miles

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

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 128,714 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 114,823 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 114,823 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 105,059 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 92,352 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 78,599 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 59,010 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 42,645 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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VE54 NXU is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VE54 NXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE54 NXU registered?

VE54 NXU is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for VE54 NXU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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