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YS16 VRU

2016 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,922 mi
Last recorded78,922 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Galaxy65,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS16 VRU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 78,922 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 78,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 68,564 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 61,174 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 61,174 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 52,258 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 46,019 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 39,314 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 28,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm @ 235/55 r17 103W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm @ 235/55 r17 103W (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YS16 VRU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 65,597 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 YS16 VRU, 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 10 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS16 VRU registered?

YS16 VRU is a 2016 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is YS16 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS16 VRU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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