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OV08 MLF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

155,472 mi
Last recorded155,472 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 155,472 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2019 155,464 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective Damaged (4.2.1 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2018 108,720 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge/ Close to cords showing

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2017 86,652 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2017 86,650 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY URGENT (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2016 77,101 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 77,101 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 66,460 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 66,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 59,963 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 59,963 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 52,374 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 42,941 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 34,207 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 34,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

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 MLF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OV08 MLF, 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 MLF registered?

OV08 MLF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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