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BK08 LWM

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

157,151 mi
Last recorded157,151 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 LWM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2026 157,151 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 146,104 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 138,614 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 125,258 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 125,247 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2022 118,764 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 110,398 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 102,320 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 92,121 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 90,988 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 88,515 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 86,734 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 83,799 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 82,272 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 66,522 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 55,621 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 44,069 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)

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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BK08 LWM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BK08 LWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 LWM registered?

BK08 LWM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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