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BV58 ZWE

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,801 mi
Last recorded93,801 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 ZWE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 93,801 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 85,836 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 73,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 69,113 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 62,410 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 54,134 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 48,406 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 48,395 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 45,367 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Fail 22 Aug 2017 45,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 40,649 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Pass 18 Aug 2015 35,067 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,433 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Aug 2013 26,748 miles

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

o/s/r tyre nail

Pass 22 Aug 2012 21,787 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,830 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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BV58 ZWE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BV58 ZWE, 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 BV58 ZWE registered?

BV58 ZWE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BV58 ZWE safe to buy?

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