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BG58 DVF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 DVF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024

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

Fail 5 Aug 2024

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023
Fail 19 Aug 2023

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2022

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2022

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 116,868 miles

Vehicle fitted with the following synthetic protective shields, under bonnet and under body obscuring all underside components and /or the vehicle rigidity from visual inspection.

Pass 4 Sep 2020 109,146 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 99,701 miles

front tyres slightly worn inner edge

Pass 24 May 2018 88,326 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 80,453 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 73,932 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 66,260 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 58,975 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 53,285 miles

Bonnet release stiff operation.

N/S/R tyre bbald on edges.

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

O/S/R tyre bald on inner edge.

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

Fail 22 Nov 2013 53,285 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Bonnet release stiff operation.

N/S/R tyre bbald on edges.

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

O/S/R outer tail bulb inop.

O/S/R tyre bald on inner edge.

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 42,536 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 32,257 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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BG58 DVF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BG58 DVF, 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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BG58 DVF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 November 2008.

Is BG58 DVF safe to buy?

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