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EA08 KGP

2008 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

141,864 mi
Last recorded141,864 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 141,864 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 128,234 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 127,260 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 127,258 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 123,010 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 118,659 miles

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

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

engine + under covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2016 112,428 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 111,024 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 93,430 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 93,425 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 86,242 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 64,492 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 48,456 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 33,888 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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EA08 KGP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KGP, 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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EA08 KGP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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