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BB02 ETB

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

105,954 mi
Last recorded105,954 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB02 ETB
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 105,954 miles

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))

Fail 27 May 2026 105,930 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Pass 27 May 2025 98,630 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 May 2025 98,630 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 93,275 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 87,182 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2023 87,117 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 80,325 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 77,512 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 77,512 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 75,597 miles

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

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Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 75,597 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 72,174 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 68,098 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 64,194 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 58,827 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,643 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres poor condition

Pass 31 May 2014 48,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 43,298 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 40,277 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,277 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 25,896 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 18,564 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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BB02 ETB is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Galaxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 100,068 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 BB02 ETB, 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 18 years old, this Ford Galaxy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BB02 ETB is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BB02 ETB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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