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WU58 SZD

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,706 mi
Last recorded126,706 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 SZD
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 126,706 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Fail 30 Sep 2021 126,706 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also out of shape (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on the legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 26 Sep 2020 115,666 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear bumper slightly loose

front wipers smeary

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2020 115,666 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect product on lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear bumper slightly loose

front wipers smeary

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2019 104,059 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2018 90,426 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on shoulders

both rear tyres wearing on shoulders

Fail 27 Sep 2018 90,426 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on shoulders

both rear tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 25 Sep 2017 73,928 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 54,519 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 54,513 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 35,507 miles

Nearside Front tyre is perished with age and slightly worn

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 35,504 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre is perished with age and slightly worn

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 29,941 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 23,774 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 18,504 miles

front tyres worn low

Pass 21 Sep 2011 13,598 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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WU58 SZD is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU58 SZD, 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 WU58 SZD registered?

WU58 SZD is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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The MOT history for WU58 SZD shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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