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AD08 WZW

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,518 mi
Last recorded150,518 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 WZW
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 150,518 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 147,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 146,083 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 144,360 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 142,179 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 140,378 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 139,145 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 139,145 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively fluctuating both front (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 137,987 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 134,526 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 131,687 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 125,792 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2014 116,439 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2014 116,439 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2013 103,284 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 87,903 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 69,632 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 69,632 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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AD08 WZW is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AD08 WZW, 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 AD08 WZW registered?

AD08 WZW is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 24 April 2008.

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The MOT history for AD08 WZW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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