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EA08 CGZ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,195 mi
Last recorded102,195 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 CGZ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 102,195 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface corrosion on brake discs

Pass 13 Nov 2023 102,132 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 101,479 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 99,030 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 95,996 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 93,594 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one of four (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 89,610 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

one of four o/s/r position lamps not working

Pass 14 Nov 2017 84,699 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 84,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 79,201 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 79,201 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 72,891 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 6 Nov 2015 72,891 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 28 Oct 2014 60,701 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 50,840 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 42,733 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front wiper blades starting to smear across the windscreen

Pass 18 Nov 2011 35,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 30,871 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

n/s and o/s 3rd row seats folded away

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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EA08 CGZ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EA08 CGZ, 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 EA08 CGZ registered?

EA08 CGZ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is EA08 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 CGZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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