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YH08 CPN

2008 Ford Galaxy

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

193,347 mi
Last recorded193,347 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 CPN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 193,347 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 178,976 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 178,976 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 151,259 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 123,044 miles

bumper at osr insecure

steering gaiter at os twisted

steering slightly heavy

traction control light on

Fail 13 Mar 2013 123,033 miles

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

Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

bumper at osr insecure

steering gaiter at os twisted

steering slightly heavy

traction control light on

Pass 15 Mar 2012 99,515 miles

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

rear heatshield loose

Fail 15 Mar 2012 99,515 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

rear heatshield loose

Pass 21 Mar 2011 73,728 miles

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

front discs coroding

Fail 21 Mar 2011 73,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front discs coroding

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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YH08 CPN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YH08 CPN, 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 YH08 CPN registered?

YH08 CPN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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