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AK08 WGL

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,116 mi
Last recorded94,116 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 WGL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 94,116 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner eage

Pass 11 Jun 2015 83,621 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 83,621 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 83,543 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

high level stop light not working

Pass 21 Jul 2014 78,375 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 65,875 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 65,875 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2012 49,149 miles

Only five seats in use when vehicle presented for test

Fail 2 Jul 2012 49,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Only five seats in use when vehicle presented for test

Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,278 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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AK08 WGL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AK08 WGL, 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 AK08 WGL registered?

AK08 WGL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is AK08 WGL safe to buy?

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