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BJ08 MRO

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

265,744 mi
Last recorded265,744 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 MRO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 265,744 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2017 251,716 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 248,752 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 238,928 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 228,347 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 228,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 219,044 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 204,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 201,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 187,853 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 177,695 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 177,695 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 166,832 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 152,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 137,292 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 135,903 miles

chips w/screen.

n.s.f. suspension height wiring broken.

Fail 30 Apr 2012 135,903 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

chips w/screen.

Pass 6 May 2011 102,001 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 101,795 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BJ08 MRO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc 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 BJ08 MRO, 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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What year was BJ08 MRO registered?

BJ08 MRO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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