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BW57 JXR

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,099 mi
Last recorded93,099 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 JXR
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 93,099 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 93,099 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 84,495 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 77,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

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

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2017 77,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases above subframe (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 67,057 miles

noise from engine around injector seals

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 6 Apr 2016 67,057 miles

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

noise from engine around injector seals

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 17 Mar 2015 56,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 56,658 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 46,087 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 46,087 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 36,606 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,857 miles

nearside front tyre worn to about 2mm

nearside rear tyre worn on the outer edge

rear seat belt not tested back seats are folded and fully loaded

Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,210 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

o/s front tyre worn to 2mm.

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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BW57 JXR is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW57 JXR, 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 BW57 JXR registered?

BW57 JXR is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is BW57 JXR safe to buy?

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