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AE17 VLT

2017 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,905 mi
Last recorded157,905 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Galaxy60,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 VLT
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 157,905 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 138,076 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (3MM TYRE THREAD REMAINS) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 93,738 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 80,679 miles

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

Nearside Rear seat belt in the tailgate not checked due to seats being down

Offside Front Nail in tyre 235/55/17 ()

Offside Rear seat belt in the tailgate not checked due to seat being down

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 62,481 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 62,480 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 52,016 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 39,882 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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AE17 VLT is a 2017 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 60,312 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 AE17 VLT, 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 9 years old, this Ford Galaxy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE17 VLT registered?

AE17 VLT is a 2017 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is AE17 VLT safe to buy?

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