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AO03 HRD

2003 Ford Galaxy

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2022
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

157,860 mi
Last recorded157,860 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Galaxy96,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 HRD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 157,860 miles

MIL Light doesn't illuminute

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear seat belts can't be checked (used as van)

Fail 8 Dec 2021 157,821 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

MIL Light doesn't illuminute

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear seat belts can't be checked (used as van)

Pass 28 Dec 2020 150,218 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 145,107 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2020 145,107 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Shocker Top (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 135,039 miles

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

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 133,608 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 130,988 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 127,889 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 123,614 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 119,435 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 113,763 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 107,515 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 100,516 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 91,250 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 80,784 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 80,784 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 69,783 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 69,783 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 59,655 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 59,655 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 59,273 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 58,829 miles

bonnet dented

n/s/f tyre cut on tred down to ply

n/s/r tyre cut down to ply + nailed

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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AO03 HRD is a 2003 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AO03 HRD, 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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AO03 HRD is a 2003 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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