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YB02 JWL

2002 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2012
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

148,983 mi
Last recorded148,983 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2011
Typical for 2002 Ford Galaxy99,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB02 JWL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2011 148,983 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 137,947 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 132,687 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 132,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 126,786 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 126,786 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 120,272 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 120,272 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Apr 2008 113,220 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 113,220 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 99,613 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2007 99,613 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 84,034 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 68,595 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 66,119 miles

n/side mirror slight damage to glass

Fail 2 Mar 2006 59,651 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 85,873 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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YB02 JWL is a 2002 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 99,041 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 YB02 JWL, 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 24 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YB02 JWL registered?

YB02 JWL is a 2002 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 August 2002.

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