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AB08 BKF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

180,159 mi
Last recorded180,159 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BKF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 180,159 miles

rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 21 May 2018 150,369 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 126,410 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear subframe starting to corode

Pass 19 May 2016 105,126 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all tyres wearing close to limit indicators. rear tyres worn on inner edges.

o/s r tyre flat spot on inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2015 84,784 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 84,784 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 76,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

boots seats not checked

Pass 9 May 2013 67,115 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 60,288 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 51,183 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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AB08 BKF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AB08 BKF, 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 AB08 BKF registered?

AB08 BKF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is AB08 BKF safe to buy?

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