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BD08 OGC

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

213,258 mi
Last recorded213,258 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 OGC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 213,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front steering boot slightly leaking

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 193,240 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 193,240 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 176,414 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 176,414 miles

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working both nearside & offside (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Dec 2017 174,273 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 154,421 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 154,421 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective offside clasp / lock (5.2.5b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working both nearside & offside (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 135,568 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 133,614 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced back end mount (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced back end mount (2.4.G.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 133,614 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced back end mount (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced back end mount (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2016
Fail 3 Jun 2016

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 150,328 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 150,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 177,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2015 167,017 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 150,162 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 150,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 146,652 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 129,509 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 112,093 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 94,876 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 80,637 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 65,490 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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BD08 OGC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD08 OGC, 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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BD08 OGC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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