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WL08 EBV

2008 Ford Galaxy

Gold Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

202,631 mi
Last recorded202,631 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 EBV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 202,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2018 192,280 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases within the brakets (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 177,111 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 177,111 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 176,225 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 171,941 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 157,914 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 140,287 miles

leak from ns front shocker

Pass 6 Mar 2014 124,038 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 106,323 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 87,529 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 69,300 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2011 31,418 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 31,419 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 29,412 miles

Nearside 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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WL08 EBV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Gold with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WL08 EBV, 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 WL08 EBV registered?

WL08 EBV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is WL08 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 EBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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