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VU16 AEA

2016 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

262,816 mi
Last recorded262,816 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 AEA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 262,816 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 254,303 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 249,399 miles

Bonnet secondary catch in operative but primary catch in working order, bonnet not likely to become insecure.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

coolant level low.

Fail 21 Mar 2024 249,385 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Bonnet secondary catch in operative but primary catch in working order, bonnet not likely to become insecure.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

coolant level low.

Pass 9 Mar 2023 242,088 miles

all 4 tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Mar 2022 234,639 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 226,783 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Very Low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Very Low (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 212,255 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 160,430 miles

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

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2018 106,765 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 462 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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VU16 AEA is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 VU16 AEA, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU16 AEA?

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What year was VU16 AEA registered?

VU16 AEA is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VU16 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 AEA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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