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YG58 YDT

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

293,120 mi
Last recorded293,120 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 YDT
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 293,120 miles

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

Offside Front Mirror has a tape

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 271,087 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 271,087 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 252,620 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 252,620 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 232,405 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 232,405 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 210,227 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 210,227 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 190,276 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 168,098 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 146,863 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 126,708 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 126,708 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 111,296 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 97,186 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 97,186 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 86,444 miles

Offside Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 86,444 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 68,760 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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YG58 YDT is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue 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 YG58 YDT, 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 YG58 YDT registered?

YG58 YDT is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 9 October 2008.

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