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WV05 YXL

2005 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,997 mi
Last recorded100,997 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 YXL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 100,997 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear parking brake had just met the minimum legal limit and requires adjustment/repair

Pass 10 Aug 2019 91,474 miles

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

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

corrosion on n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe BORDERLINE

corrosion on o/s/f brake pipe to caliper BORDERLINE

corrosion on o/s/r shocker cover

Pass 30 Aug 2018 81,234 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2017 80,465 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 79,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 75,136 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 70,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 70,197 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 59,552 miles

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

right rear seat missing,

Pass 22 Aug 2012 48,082 miles

Amber brake warning light on, on dash.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 38,839 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 36,054 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 36,054 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 30,231 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 25,522 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 25,521 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WV05 YXL is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 WV05 YXL, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WV05 YXL registered?

WV05 YXL is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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