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AG08 HJF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

175,695 mi
Last recorded175,695 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 HJF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 175,695 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 May 2023 175,629 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier terminal connection insecure. (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine management warning lamp is illuminated.

lower engine/gearbox areas show oil/fluid contamination.

nearside rear lower reflector is incomplete.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

service brake pedal anti-slip rubber shows wear.

Pass 14 Feb 2022 169,792 miles

ALL TYRES 8 YEARS OLD. PART-WORN

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both perished (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

TYRES ARE NOT HIGH ENOUGH LOAD RANGE> SHOULD BE EXTRA LOAD "98"

Pass 17 Feb 2021 161,915 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 161,194 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 150,350 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 140,509 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 131,509 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 131,509 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 125,248 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 111,937 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 6 Nov 2014 97,533 miles

all tyres age cracking will need replacing soon

rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Oct 2013 96,278 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 89,379 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 5 Oct 2012 89,378 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Engine management light on

Pass 11 Oct 2011 60,001 miles

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

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 15 Oct 2010 30,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

both rear (in boot) seatbelts not tested due to seats folded down. Vehicle tested as presented.

Pass 15 Oct 2010 30,626 miles

both rear (in boot) seatbelts not tested due to seats folded down. Vehicle tested as presented.

Pass 20 Aug 2010 27,643 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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AG08 HJF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AG08 HJF, 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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AG08 HJF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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