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YH08 KJC

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,216 mi
Last recorded72,216 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 KJC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 72,216 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 71,939 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 71,918 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2024 71,058 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 71,051 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 70,556 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 69,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 68,630 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 67,690 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded and coating peeling in lower mounting. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear shock absorbers leaking slightly. (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 65,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 63,815 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 61,045 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 58,785 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 56,127 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 51,032 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 43,694 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,380 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,748 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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YH08 KJC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH08 KJC, 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 KJC registered?

YH08 KJC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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