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VK58 AEY

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,934 mi
Last recorded98,934 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 AEY
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 98,934 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Rear wiper split

Pass 13 Jul 2016 85,389 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2015 72,654 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2014 61,881 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 61,829 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 51,328 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 41,707 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2012 41,707 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,041 miles

all tyres getting close to 2mm markers

both rear tyres worn outer edges

nearside front tyre worn slightly outer edge

offside front tyre worn thin inner edge

rear seats stowed

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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VK58 AEY is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK58 AEY, 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 VK58 AEY registered?

VK58 AEY is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is VK58 AEY safe to buy?

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