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AD08 XSA

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

164,856 mi
Last recorded164,856 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 XSA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 164,856 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 152,171 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2018 152,171 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 142,942 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

both rear tyres worn inner edge

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2016 130,188 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush - both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front oil wetness on steering rack at column entry area

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both rear tyre valves (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 130,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush - both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front oil wetness on steering rack at column entry area

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides of vehicle (2.4.G.2)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both rear tyre valves (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 116,777 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf pressure pipe leaking - engine management light on dash (7.1.2)

Centre Rear exhaust support bracket deteriorated

Front Front discs wear lip

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

all 4 tyre valves slightly deteriorated

Fail 29 Oct 2015 116,777 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf pressure pipe leaking - engine management light on dash (7.1.2)

Centre Rear exhaust support bracket deteriorated

Front Front discs wear lip

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

all 4 tyre valves slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Jul 2014 101,894 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 91,579 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 91,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front 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 30 May 2012 82,407 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all discs wear lip

Pass 26 Apr 2011 70,493 miles

3rd row seat folded flat - unable to conduct full belt inspection

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Small small chips on windscreen swept area

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 XSA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSA, 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 AD08 XSA registered?

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

Is AD08 XSA safe to buy?

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