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YF58 BGV

2008 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

174,718 mi
Last recorded174,718 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 BGV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 174,718 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 174,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 170,312 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 170,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 160,877 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 150,673 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 125,511 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 122,240 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 114,987 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 114,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 102,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Mar 2014 102,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2013 94,956 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 94,956 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 79,396 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 65,231 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 65,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Feb 2012 52,558 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 52,214 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads getting low

rear tyres low on tread

Fail 13 Jan 2012 52,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads getting low

rear tyres low on tread

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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YF58 BGV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 YF58 BGV, 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 YF58 BGV registered?

YF58 BGV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 12 December 2008.

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