2004 FORD GALAXY1.9L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following a successful test on 20 December 2025 at 144,903 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive. While the car failed its initial inspections in both December 2023 and December 2025, the owner consistently addressed the necessary repairs to secure a pass on the day. This pattern suggests the owner is willing to invest in legal compliance, though the vehicle remains prone to developing faults just before the annual deadline. At approximately 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 144,903 miles represents an annual average of roughly 6,600 miles. This is consistent with low-intensity usage for an MPV. The data shows significant intervals between tests, with only 6,038 miles covered between December 2023 and December 2025, and just 71 miles between the January and December 2025 tests. Such low mileage between inspections increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown rather than high-frequency mechanical wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills. Given the age of the Galaxy and low annual mileage, corrosion is a primary risk that MOT records may not fully capture until it becomes a failure. Inspect the suspension bushes and control arms for cracking or tearing, as low-use vehicles often suffer from components seizing or rotting due to binding calipers or uneven tyre wear. Check the brake discs for heavy surface pitting, which frequently occurs when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods between tests.