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CP08 MMJ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Purple Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,829 mi
Last recorded135,829 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 MMJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 135,829 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 121,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

hand brake high may be in need of adjustment or repair

Pass 10 Nov 2023 112,085 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 106,683 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2022 106,683 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 101,378 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively hand brake (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 101,378 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively hand brake (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 94,471 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 87,149 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 75,138 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 75,135 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,886 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 70,083 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 65,598 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 58,105 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 52,772 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 47,626 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 42,349 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 36,114 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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CP08 MMJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Purple with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CP08 MMJ, 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 CP08 MMJ registered?

CP08 MMJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is CP08 MMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 MMJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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