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NV08 VEF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

242,228 mi
Last recorded242,228 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 VEF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 242,228 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust emits slightly smoke or vapour of any colour

Fail 2 Feb 2018 242,227 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Exhaust emits slightly smoke or vapour of any colour

Pass 12 May 2016 224,667 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 193,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2014 165,024 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 5 Feb 2013 136,983 miles

Exhaust box at rear shows signs of corrossion

Pass 2 Dec 2011 100,608 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 100,608 miles

Front Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 May 2011 92,004 miles

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

front discs corroded

Fail 28 May 2011 92,004 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front discs corroded

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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NV08 VEF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NV08 VEF, 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 NV08 VEF registered?

NV08 VEF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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