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AK08 WOF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,422 mi
Last recorded149,422 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 WOF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 149,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2024 149,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 142,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 125,767 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 118,833 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 114,532 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 106,729 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 98,966 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 91,640 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 91,640 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 84,801 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 2 Dec 2014 78,181 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 78,181 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 62,338 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 50,163 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,947 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 WOF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK08 WOF, 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 AK08 WOF registered?

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

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