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YG58 YEU

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,728 mi
Last recorded168,728 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 YEU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 168,728 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 153,114 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 152,680 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 136,527 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2017 136,527 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 131,260 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 131,260 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 125,156 miles

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

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 120,964 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2016 120,942 miles

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

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 Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 118,469 miles

EML light on

Engine oil leak

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 115,338 miles

Centre stoplamp not working.

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside registration plate lamp insecure.

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 115,337 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Centre stoplamp not working.

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside registration plate lamp insecure.

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 103,443 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 102,871 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 93,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 93,541 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 79,210 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 72,858 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 54,360 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 YEU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG58 YEU, 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 YEU registered?

YG58 YEU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is YG58 YEU safe to buy?

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