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YR08 EUL

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,149 mi
Last recorded181,149 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 EUL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 181,149 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Fail 12 Aug 2022 181,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2021 170,695 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 164,641 miles

oil leak engine area

Pass 22 Jul 2019 158,860 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 146,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 146,953 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 127,615 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 104,791 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 104,791 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2015 85,774 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 85,774 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 62,187 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,040 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 25,851 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 25,240 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing out of shape and wearing low on outer edge

o/s/r tyre wearing out of shape and wearing low on outer edge

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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YR08 EUL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR08 EUL, 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 YR08 EUL registered?

YR08 EUL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YR08 EUL safe to buy?

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