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YC55 FPA

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,304 mi
Last recorded137,304 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 FPA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 137,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

odometer lower than last test

Pass 10 Oct 2017 261,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 on limit replace asap (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 on limit replace asap (4.1.E.1)

both sills corroded

chassis corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2017 261,030 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area marked with blue chalk (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 on limit replace asap (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2155516 on limit replace asap (4.1.E.1)

both sills corroded

chassis corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2016 252,909 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

presenter adviced

Pass 4 Nov 2015 247,627 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 242,022 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side rear hand brake efficiency low

Pass 5 Nov 2013 235,984 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 235,972 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 192,206 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 146,105 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 99,018 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 84,722 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 84,722 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 74,644 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 74,644 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

O/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Slight noise from n/s/front wheel bearing

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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YC55 FPA is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YC55 FPA, 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 YC55 FPA registered?

YC55 FPA is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 17 October 2005.

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