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VU18 YSM

2018 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

162,136 mi
Last recorded162,136 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Galaxy62,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU18 YSM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 162,136 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2025 150,820 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 135,531 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 134,205 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 123,327 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2024 110,824 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 98,544 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 84,255 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 72,921 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 72,921 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 58,948 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 49,400 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 36,500 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 35,929 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 33,593 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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VU18 YSM is a 2018 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2018 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 62,344 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 VU18 YSM, 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 8 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 VU18 YSM registered?

VU18 YSM is a 2018 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 2 March 2018.

Is VU18 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU18 YSM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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