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CA08 RVK

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

228,749 mi
Last recorded228,749 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 RVK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 228,749 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 203,321 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel both side (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 183,773 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 183,360 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both Sides (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 160,161 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 139,114 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)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 118,687 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 106,180 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2014 106,180 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 90,459 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 78,104 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 75,861 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 69,208 miles

Child seats fitted to all available rear seats

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 69,208 miles

Child seats fitted to all available rear seats

Pass 30 Jun 2011 59,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CA08 RVK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CA08 RVK, 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 CA08 RVK registered?

CA08 RVK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is CA08 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 RVK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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