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AF03 VWL

2003 Ford Galaxy

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,719 mi
Last recorded97,719 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VWL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 97,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rusty rear exhaust box

Pass 19 Sep 2016 88,439 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2015 84,481 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust deteriorated

perishing to nsr tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2014 75,275 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 67,178 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 63,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 63,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 58,354 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 52,205 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 52,205 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 46,945 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 42,174 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 42,174 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 36,123 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 29,576 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 27 May 2006 22,934 miles

advise both rear seat's not fitted during test

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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AF03 VWL is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF03 VWL, 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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AF03 VWL is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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