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WM08 OHU

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,469 mi
Last recorded145,469 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 OHU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 145,469 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

rear suspension parts have surface rust

Pass 11 Apr 2024 136,205 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Unable to locate due to undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rubber dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources needs new bulb (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in backbox joint near hanger bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2024 136,205 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Unable to locate due to undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rubber dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources needs new bulb (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in backbox joint near hanger bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 126,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 126,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 116,063 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 110,235 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 104,717 miles

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

Nearside rearlight bulb inoperative ( 1 of 5)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm - next years mot fail? (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 98,863 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn uneven on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 91,965 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

offside rear tyre slightly cracked and perished

Pass 17 May 2017 84,151 miles

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged Cracked. (6.7.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 74,365 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 66,550 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 60,173 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 53,548 miles

N/S/R tyre near legal min limit

Rear anti roll bar corrodrd

Pass 18 Jul 2012 49,213 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 49,213 miles

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

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 38,868 miles

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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WM08 OHU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WM08 OHU, 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 WM08 OHU registered?

WM08 OHU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is WM08 OHU safe to buy?

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