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VA08 KLP

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,291 mi
Last recorded94,291 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 KLP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 94,291 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 90,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front both tyres worn tread edges.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 86,753 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2016 187,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system weak and corroded, slight blow at mid hanger (7.1.2)

Oil leak excessive oil leak from engine area ()

Pass 26 Jan 2016 169,263 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 149,814 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 148,796 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 129,719 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 105,038 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 83,322 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 56,586 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 56,385 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,642 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 32,179 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Jul 2011 29,035 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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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VA08 KLP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VA08 KLP, 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 VA08 KLP registered?

VA08 KLP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 13 August 2008.

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