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WU08 JWK

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190,794 mi
Last recorded190,794 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 JWK
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 190,794 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2020 190,794 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid osf washer jet blocked (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 183,344 miles

Rear both sides reflectors cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2018 169,998 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 157,164 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 141,303 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both middle bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge.

exhaust system corroded and slight leak from rear section

oil leak

underguards fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2015 122,224 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 122,554 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Centre Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2014 118,654 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 111,952 miles

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

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

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)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 96,141 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 96,141 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 80,120 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 62,454 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 45,099 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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WU08 JWK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU08 JWK, 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 WU08 JWK registered?

WU08 JWK is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is WU08 JWK safe to buy?

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