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SH57 VFS

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

137,034 mi
Last recorded137,034 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH57 VFS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 137,034 miles

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2018 134,422 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/r trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 130,783 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 126,712 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 126,706 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 125,728 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 110,652 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 95,731 miles

near side rear tyre worn inner edge

off side rear tyre slight cracking & slight worn inner & outer edges

Fail 14 Dec 2012 95,731 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

near side rear tyre worn inner edge

off side rear tyre slight cracking & slight worn inner & outer edges

Pass 15 Nov 2011 71,929 miles

near side front tyre worn inner & outer edges

off side front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 6 Jun 2011 58,827 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 58,806 miles

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

both rear tyres worn inner & outer edges

near side front tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

Fail 8 Nov 2010 58,806 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn inner & outer edges

near side front tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

Pass 11 May 2010 45,164 miles

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

near side frpont tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

near side rear tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

Pass 2 Nov 2009 35,341 miles

both front tyres slight worn inner + outer edges

off side rear tyre diff size whit in 10 %

Pass 6 Jul 2009 31,021 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 17,952 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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SH57 VFS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SH57 VFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH57 VFS registered?

SH57 VFS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is SH57 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH57 VFS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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