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YF08 LGJ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

196,038 mi
Last recorded196,038 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 LGJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 196,038 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 181,223 miles

Backbox has rust

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 175,385 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 175,385 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 174,060 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 167,525 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 159,636 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 148,799 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 146,905 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 137,700 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 126,354 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 120,739 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 114,069 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 110,104 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 93,780 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 92,094 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 82,077 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 76,019 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 68,464 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 63,364 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 63,364 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

please note high level brake light not working

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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YF08 LGJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YF08 LGJ, 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 YF08 LGJ registered?

YF08 LGJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is YF08 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 LGJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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