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CE08 RVA

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

177,040 mi
Last recorded177,040 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 RVA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 177,040 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (3.5.1i)

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

Offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 165,392 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 157,389 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 148,893 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 90,751 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 147,386 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 120,928 miles

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

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

Both rear tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Fail 15 May 2012 120,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Both rear tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 11 May 2011 68,414 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,910 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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CE08 RVA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black 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 CE08 RVA, 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 CE08 RVA registered?

CE08 RVA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is CE08 RVA safe to buy?

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