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OV08 LJJ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

189,987 mi
Last recorded189,987 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 LJJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 189,987 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 182,667 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 175,684 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 175,684 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 167,984 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 167,955 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2017 163,480 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 156,795 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 151,051 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 143,742 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 137,141 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 128,703 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 114,325 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 90,850 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 72,503 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,677 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 47,205 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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OV08 LJJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 OV08 LJJ, 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 OV08 LJJ registered?

OV08 LJJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is OV08 LJJ safe to buy?

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