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YX03 BUW

2003 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,676 mi
Last recorded133,676 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 BUW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 133,676 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 121,052 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2016 121,052 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2015 109,099 miles

Offside front tyre and both rear tyres worn on the inner edge.

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 109,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside front tyre and both rear tyres worn on the inner edge.

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 92,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 92,201 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 84,348 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 12 Jun 2012 80,914 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 80,912 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 71,783 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 63,512 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 54,351 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 45,253 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 37,988 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 29,626 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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YX03 BUW is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YX03 BUW, 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 YX03 BUW registered?

YX03 BUW is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is YX03 BUW safe to buy?

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