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VK61 PLF

2011 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,026 mi
Last recorded102,026 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Galaxy92,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 PLF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 102,026 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 98,342 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 94,459 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 inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 77,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 74,443 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 74,427 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both not working (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged loose ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

chips in bottom of screen

Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,554 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 61,396 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 52,021 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 39,481 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 36,059 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 28,222 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 20,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 18,089 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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VK61 PLF is a 2011 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 92,318 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 VK61 PLF, 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 15 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK61 PLF registered?

VK61 PLF is a 2011 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 October 2011.

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The MOT history for VK61 PLF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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