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VU53 NUA

2003 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,508 mi
Last recorded118,508 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 NUA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 118,508 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 89,477 miles

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

advise rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Sep 2011 74,627 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 74,627 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 59,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 40,879 miles

rear indicators bulbs faded

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Sep 2008 25,611 miles

n/s wing mirror repaired

Pass 30 Aug 2007 16,138 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 12,283 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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VU53 NUA is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VU53 NUA, 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 VU53 NUA registered?

VU53 NUA is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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The MOT history for VU53 NUA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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