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YJ03 FWK

2003 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

169,847 mi
Last recorded169,847 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 FWK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2010 169,847 miles

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

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

Oil leak

drivers mirror cracked and body damaged but still usable

Fail 12 Nov 2010 169,725 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

drivers mirror cracked and body damaged but still usable

Pass 19 Nov 2009 162,221 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Nov 2009 162,221 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 84,177 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 84,177 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 80,377 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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YJ03 FWK is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 YJ03 FWK, 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.

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What year was YJ03 FWK registered?

YJ03 FWK is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is YJ03 FWK safe to buy?

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