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AD57 FDV

2008 Ford Galaxy

Gold Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,728 mi
Last recorded151,728 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 FDV
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 151,728 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 137,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2023 130,555 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 125,536 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 121,757 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 112,128 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 95,481 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Fail 8 Feb 2019 95,481 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Pass 22 Mar 2018 93,970 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)

parking brake just met requirement

Pass 28 Mar 2017 79,702 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 70,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 58,861 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 47,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs inner working faces corroded lipped..

Pass 16 Nov 2012 28,402 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 22,353 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 16,327 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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AD57 FDV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Gold with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AD57 FDV, 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 AD57 FDV registered?

AD57 FDV is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 January 2008.

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The MOT history for AD57 FDV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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