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YP08 XRM

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,959 mi
Last recorded117,959 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 XRM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 117,959 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 117,956 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 108,953 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 108,952 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt damaged center rear not work (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 102,628 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 97,785 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 87,105 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2016 87,103 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 70,634 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Mar 2015 70,634 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Sep 2013 56,457 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 46,229 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 36,648 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,699 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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YP08 XRM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YP08 XRM, 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 YP08 XRM registered?

YP08 XRM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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