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WK61 SYJ

2012 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,785 mi
Last recorded67,785 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Galaxy90,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK61 SYJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 67,785 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension needs cleaning back and treating to help prevent further corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded needs subframe cleaning off and treating /replacing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides horizontal arms inner bushes on the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear underside and components heavily corroded

covers fitted to underside

Pass 4 Sep 2025 53,663 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES FEATHERING ON EDGE

SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR SUSPENSION

Pass 27 Aug 2024 40,048 miles

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear slight play found at the road wheel whilst jacked

rear axle becoming corroded, recommend underside to be wax oiled

Pass 13 Sep 2023 30,871 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounts corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub frame corroded.

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes weak/worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 25,513 miles

Front Sub-frame slightly corroded.

Rear Sub-frame slightly corroded.

Pass 23 Nov 2021 22,591 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 21,305 miles

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension

surface corrosion to rear axle

Fail 24 Nov 2020 21,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension

surface corrosion to rear axle

Pass 3 Dec 2019 20,191 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 17,925 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 15,528 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 13,447 miles

both front tyre cracking on side wall but not showing cords

unable to check load space area

Pass 17 Nov 2015 11,026 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 8,687 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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WK61 SYJ is a 2012 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 90,777 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 WK61 SYJ, 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 14 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WK61 SYJ registered?

WK61 SYJ is a 2012 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 January 2012.

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