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VK56 DVF

2006 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,003 mi
Last recorded139,003 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 DVF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 139,003 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 126,855 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 123,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 120,843 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 120,837 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2018 112,443 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 112,441 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Both rear tyres are badly perished and are worn on the edges

Pass 20 Sep 2017 104,869 miles

Rear tyres perished and cracking

Fail 20 Sep 2017 104,868 miles

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

Rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 9 Sep 2016 96,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 87,571 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 83,531 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 76,317 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 76,317 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 66,065 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 52,076 miles

Child seat fitted to offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 36,613 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 27,362 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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VK56 DVF is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK56 DVF, 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 VK56 DVF registered?

VK56 DVF is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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