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VN56 VLW

2006 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

233,643 mi
Last recorded233,643 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Galaxy99,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 VLW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 233,643 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 230,255 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 230,255 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 213,317 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 191,110 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 180,226 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 160,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 140,591 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 128,314 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 128,314 miles

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

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 110,417 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 104,429 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 104,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 75,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2009 75,414 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VN56 VLW is a 2006 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VN56 VLW, 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 VN56 VLW registered?

VN56 VLW is a 2006 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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