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VU58 WKA

2008 Ford Galaxy

Purple Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

116,306 mi
Last recorded116,306 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 WKA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 116,306 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear tie bar bolt inner slightly loose

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 114,647 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 103,359 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 103,039 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2021 95,067 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 87,158 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 80,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 74,581 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 70,063 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 65,328 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 61,093 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 61,080 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 31 Dec 2013 49,107 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 43,076 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight rear brake disc wear

Pass 30 Aug 2011 34,758 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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VU58 WKA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Purple with a 2,179cc 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 VU58 WKA, 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 VU58 WKA registered?

VU58 WKA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is VU58 WKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 WKA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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