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EA08 CHK

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

141,031 mi
Last recorded141,031 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 CHK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 141,031 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 134,236 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 134,236 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 129,666 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 129,611 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 123,854 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2015 123,828 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 114,657 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 101,956 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 85,230 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 65,106 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 56,422 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 56,422 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 CHK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 EA08 CHK, 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 EA08 CHK registered?

EA08 CHK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is EA08 CHK safe to buy?

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