2008 Ford Galaxy 2.3L Petrol · LO08 NKZ

The 2024‑11‑23 MOT at 93,000 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester recorded rear coil spring corrosion on both sides (defect 5.3.1 (b) (i)), indicating that the vehicle remains roadworthy only with immediate attention to the suspension. The record shows a pattern of recurring suspension rust and brake wear, yet no new major failures since the 2023 test, suggesting a relatively stable maintenance record despite the persistent corrosion. At 18 years old, the 93,000‑mile odometer equates to roughly 5,200 miles per year, a low usage rate that may reflect long periods of inactivity. Mileage increments are generally steady, with a notable acceleration between the 2017 test (30,574 miles) and the 2020 test (65,353 miles), representing an increase of over 34,000 miles in three years, and a further 9,000‑mile rise between 2022 and 2023. Recurring faults include rear coil spring corrosion, deteriorated rear trailing‑arm synthetic bushes, thin rear brake pads, worn tyre edges, and a deployed seat‑belt load limiter, all of which point to potential neglect of suspension and braking components. Earlier failures such as insecure exhaust fixings and non‑functional position lamps also suggest intermittent maintenance gaps. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of both rear coil springs for rust penetration, examine the rear trailing‑arm bushes and suspension mounting points for excessive play, verify brake pad thickness and disc condition, assess tyre wear patterns and tread depth, confirm the integrity of the seat‑belt load limiter and child‑seat anchorage, and check the exhaust system for looseness or corrosion.