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AF08 JLS

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,211 mi
Last recorded125,211 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 JLS
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 125,211 miles

Rear reversing lights inoperative

Fail 25 Jun 2024 125,211 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reversing lights inoperative

Pass 23 Jun 2023 101,996 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 99,742 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 99,742 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 98,969 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 97,170 miles

both rear tyres tread perished

rear exhaust box top heat shield insecure

Pass 9 Jul 2019 94,489 miles

both front tyres are low on tread and in poor condition

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 2 Jul 2018 89,937 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 85,623 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 85,623 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 79,964 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 73,744 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 66,574 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 57,325 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 46,507 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,029 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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AF08 JLS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF08 JLS, 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 AF08 JLS registered?

AF08 JLS is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is AF08 JLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 JLS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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