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VX09 UWK

2009 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

161,265 mi
Last recorded161,265 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 UWK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 161,265 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 13 Nov 2019 156,896 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Slightly damaged on inner wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside rear lower reflector slightly damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rearmost seats in the folded position at the time of test

Fail 13 Nov 2019 156,896 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Slightly damaged on inner wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside rear lower reflector slightly damaged

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rearmost seats in the folded position at the time of test

Pass 13 Oct 2018 145,251 miles

Exhaust system corroded in places, both middle brackets broken, but system still supported and no gas leaks

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Damaged on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear most seats in the folded position at the time of the test

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

Fail 12 Oct 2018 145,250 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust system corroded in places, both middle brackets broken, but system still supported and no gas leaks

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Damaged on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Rear most seats in the folded position at the time of the test

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 136,246 miles

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 136,246 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 130,299 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 117,667 miles

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

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

rear exhaust pipe rusty

Pass 19 Mar 2015 96,111 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 96,111 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 78,013 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 58,581 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 58,581 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 37,802 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 37,802 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VX09 UWK is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX09 UWK, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VX09 UWK is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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