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YJ53 UXW

2003 Ford Galaxy

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2014
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,273 mi
Last recorded211,273 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 UXW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2013 211,273 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 190,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 169,644 miles

front bake discs worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 151,808 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 135,455 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 119,875 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 105,220 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 105,217 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 91,142 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 91,142 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 75,350 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 58,807 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 23 Jan 2008 57,484 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 57,484 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 51,146 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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YJ53 UXW is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ53 UXW, 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 YJ53 UXW registered?

YJ53 UXW is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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