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YX55 RYV

2005 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,507 mi
Last recorded126,507 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Galaxy96,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 RYV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 126,507 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears and off side front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill penetrated (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 2nd and 3rd row seats missing ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing seat belts for missing seats are non testable items ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all worn, rears bald inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

park brake effort close to minimum

Pass 17 Nov 2017 118,128 miles

2nd and 3rd row seats removed

slight drag off side front brake

Pass 15 Nov 2016 108,519 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test five ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 99,022 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts wearing low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 87,188 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 78,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 67,644 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2013 67,610 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 51,421 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 42,377 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 34,863 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 34,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 26,275 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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YX55 RYV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 96,750 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 YX55 RYV, 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 21 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YX55 RYV is a 2005 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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