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YF53 WNU

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

189,976 mi
Last recorded189,976 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 WNU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 189,976 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (booth sides) (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 187,478 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 187,262 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 187,261 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 187,100 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))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 186,296 miles

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

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 179,811 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 179,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 171,277 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear all (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion on both front chassis outriggers within prescribed areas not load bearing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front both (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 162,402 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Near side front outrigger corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 162,339 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear (7.1.2)

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

Nearside coil spring broken Rear (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Near side front outrigger corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 156,895 miles

front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Sep 2013 149,450 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Sep 2013 149,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 141,519 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 133,526 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 128,268 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 123,006 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 123,006 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 116,545 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 104,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 80,603 miles

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

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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YF53 WNU is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 96,357 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 YF53 WNU, 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 23 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 YF53 WNU registered?

YF53 WNU is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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