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YH58 FVS

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

321,553 mi
Last recorded321,553 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH58 FVS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 321,553 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 308,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 287,591 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 284,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2017 269,665 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 256,444 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 250,548 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 239,387 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pedal rubber is slightly worn

Pass 13 Jun 2016 215,546 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 195,364 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 177,933 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 177,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 162,476 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 162,476 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 142,725 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 127,534 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 127,534 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 113,123 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 93,378 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 70,702 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 58,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 58,456 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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YH58 FVS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YH58 FVS, 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 YH58 FVS registered?

YH58 FVS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 7 November 2008.

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