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AB08 KUP

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

218,953 mi
Last recorded218,953 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KUP
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 218,953 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 202,177 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 202,177 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 184,066 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 168,826 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2014 168,826 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 152,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 139,523 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 116,673 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 98,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2011 71,531 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 KUP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AB08 KUP, 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 KUP registered?

AB08 KUP is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is AB08 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 KUP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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