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BW08 XAP

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,737 mi
Last recorded189,737 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 XAP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 189,737 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 184,723 miles

rear exhaust tail pipe corroded @ leaking slightly

Pass 3 Oct 2017 174,726 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 174,726 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 144,042 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 121,685 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 75,891 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 4 Jun 2013 34,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside number plate lamp loose but not insecure

Pass 18 Jun 2012 31,971 miles

rear tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 1 Jul 2011 27,275 miles

Nearside Rear 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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BW08 XAP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BW08 XAP, 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 BW08 XAP registered?

BW08 XAP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is BW08 XAP safe to buy?

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