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B8 ESB

2009 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

157,307 mi
Last recorded157,307 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Galaxy99,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 ESB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 157,307 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 152,181 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 147,218 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 141,341 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 141,322 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 135,812 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 129,556 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 126,936 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Mar 2019 117,021 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 107,276 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 107,274 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 97,703 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 88,413 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 77,197 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 63,935 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 50,132 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,160 miles

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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B8 ESB is a 2009 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,307 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 B8 ESB, 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 17 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B8 ESB registered?

B8 ESB is a 2009 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is B8 ESB safe to buy?

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