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SH58 HWJ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,864 mi
Last recorded97,864 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH58 HWJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 97,864 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2017 91,072 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 91,072 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 88,326 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 78,565 miles

slight oil leak at engine

Fail 16 Sep 2015 78,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight oil leak at engine

Pass 9 Sep 2014 69,035 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 69,030 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 57,485 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 45,251 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 32,481 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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SH58 HWJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SH58 HWJ, 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 SH58 HWJ registered?

SH58 HWJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is SH58 HWJ safe to buy?

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