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VN03 XPJ

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,838 mi
Last recorded121,838 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 XPJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 121,838 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 106,891 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 100,573 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 92,456 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 87,457 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 87,457 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 78,534 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

nearside rear seat not fitted at time of test

offside front tyre sidewall cut, but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 29 Jun 2010 72,144 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 72,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 63,850 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 54,402 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 51,281 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 45,302 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Apr 2006 26,470 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2006 26,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r seat belt starting to fray, both rear tyres worn on inner edge, both n/s tyres starting to perish between treads, o/s/f bottom ball joint cover split, oil leak on engine

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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VN03 XPJ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VN03 XPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN03 XPJ registered?

VN03 XPJ is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is VN03 XPJ safe to buy?

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