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YT53 EXC

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,924 mi
Last recorded106,924 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 EXC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 106,924 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 104,507 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 102,793 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 101,499 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 90,932 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion not affecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion but not effecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 84,540 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2017 84,540 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 82,502 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 77,588 miles

corrosion on o/s/f outer sill

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

rear exhaust silencer heavy corrosion

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 12 Jun 2015 77,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

corrosion on o/s/f outer sill

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 14 Feb 2014 70,087 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 64,232 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 64,232 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 55,703 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2011 48,362 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 37,276 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both front headlight aims adjusted.

Pass 12 Feb 2009 31,305 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 31,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 25,896 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 25,883 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 20,860 miles

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

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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YT53 EXC is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YT53 EXC, 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 YT53 EXC registered?

YT53 EXC is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is YT53 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT53 EXC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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