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A17 DCV

2004 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

134,708 mi
Last recorded134,708 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Galaxy97,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DCV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 134,708 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear n/s and o/s suspension joint mountings area has corrosion

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyre 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 124,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front seal corroded

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 124,811 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front seal corroded

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

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Offside Rear wheel binding

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 124,802 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

both rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2018 120,566 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 113,597 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 113,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 107,973 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 107,971 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner egde

Pass 7 Aug 2015 99,816 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 89,543 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 89,541 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 80,999 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 74,632 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 62,889 miles

nearside front inner drive shaft split

Pass 31 Jul 2010 53,217 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 44,987 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 35,305 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 27,109 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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A17 DCV is a 2004 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,799 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 A17 DCV, 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 22 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 DCV registered?

A17 DCV is a 2004 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is A17 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 DCV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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