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SIG 6318

2008 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 6318
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever button can stick (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2023

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever button can stick (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2022

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Nov 2022

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 138,508 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 138,508 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 128,684 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 128,684 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 123,704 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 123,704 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 120,407 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Oct 2017 102,057 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 102,056 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 84,868 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 83,634 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 70,152 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 70,152 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 55,018 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,387 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 23,550 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 16,641 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 16,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Centre Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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SIG 6318 is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SIG 6318, 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 SIG 6318 registered?

SIG 6318 is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is SIG 6318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 6318 shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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