2013 Ford Galaxy 2.0L Diesel · AV63 AEF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a pass in the June 2026 test at 117,063 miles. While the most recent advisory regarding an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit indicates a minor consumable issue, the overall maintenance trend shows a pattern of addressing specific wear items rather than systemic mechanical failure. The absence of defects in the June 2025 test at 105,408 miles suggests a period of reliable operation, though the recurring nature of tyre and suspension advisories indicates that the vehicle requires regular attention to minor components. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 28,431 miles in 2016 to the current 117,063 miles, with no significant gaps or periods of extended inactivity. The jump from 91,439 miles in November 2023 to 105,408 miles in June 2025 represents a standard interval of use, confirming that the vehicle has been driven regularly throughout its thirteen-year lifespan. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension system and braking components. The MOT history reveals a persistent tendency for suspension arm bushes to deteriorate, with multiple entries between 2016 and 2021 flagging worn trailing arm and suspension arm bushes. Although these issues appear to have been managed, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the rubber components are a known wear point on this vehicle. The tester also noted fluctuating brake performance on both front service brakes in November 2023, which warrants a check for disc thickness and caliper health. Tyre management also appears to be a recurring maintenance requirement, with advisories for worn edges or low tread appearing in 2018, 2019, and most recently in 2026. This pattern suggests that while the vehicle is mechanically sound enough to pass its tests, the previous owners occasionally deferred the replacement of consumable items until they reached the legal limit. A thorough check of the current tyre condition and the integrity of the suspension bushings is advised to ensure no recent degradation has occurred.