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WM04 YVJ

2004 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

236,434 mi
Last recorded236,434 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 YVJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 236,434 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 216,718 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 216,718 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 May 2013 193,370 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 175,649 miles

Front brakes imbalance has just met the required efficiency 20%

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 175,638 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 151,439 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2012 151,436 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 127,995 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 104,788 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 10 Nov 2010 82,006 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 65,879 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 56,777 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 48,489 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 39,988 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 32,466 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 25,906 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 25,906 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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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WM04 YVJ is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 WM04 YVJ, 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 22 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 WM04 YVJ registered?

WM04 YVJ is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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