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YK08 JXH

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

136,764 mi
Last recorded136,764 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 JXH
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 136,764 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 136,764 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 131,482 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2025 131,481 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 125,380 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 115,670 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 115,670 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 107,832 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 101,564 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 96,125 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 90,210 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 84,684 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 77,214 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 77,214 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 68,688 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 68,677 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 61,197 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 53,626 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 45,579 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 35,719 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,577 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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YK08 JXH is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YK08 JXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK08 JXH registered?

YK08 JXH is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 JXH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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