2012 Ford Galaxy 1.6L Diesel · CE62 BVU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in May 2025 at 191,950 miles passed without defects, it followed a failure just one day prior due to a worn offside front lower suspension ball joint and a failed central rear stop lamp. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance between the annual service intervals. At 191,950 miles, this 14-year-old Galaxy has covered a high average of approximately 13,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent high usage between June 2024 and May 2025, where the vehicle clocked 10,095 miles in just eleven months. This rapid rate of accumulation places significant strain on the drivetrain and suspension components. The 2024 failure highlighted a total neglect of consumables, with all four tyres reaching the legal limit and both front and rear brake pads flagged as thin simultaneously. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The 2024 record flagged multiple worn suspension arm bushes and pins on both nearside and offside axles, which often leads to unpredictable handling and uneven tyre wear. The recurring central front oil leak noted in 2024 and the misting offside front shock absorber from 2023 indicate aging seals that are beginning to fail. Given the previously imbalanced rear brakes reported in 2024, the buyer should check for binding calipers or sticking adjustment mechanisms to ensure the braking system was properly rectified.