MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
208,500 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
both front wipers smeary
covers & shields fitted unable to fully inspect components
oil leak
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
How Reliable is the Ford Galaxy?
Based on 2,683,070 MOT tests across 199,482 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EF08 SXR is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 EF08 SXR, 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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How do I check the history of EF08 SXR?
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What year was EF08 SXR registered?
EF08 SXR is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 10 July 2008.
Is EF08 SXR safe to buy?
The MOT history for EF08 SXR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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