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AM08 YOO

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

263,036 mi
Last recorded263,036 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 YOO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 263,036 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 263,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery warning light on

front suspension ride height sensors linkage missing and system indicates a fault

handbrake travel long

n/s/r tyre worn smooth on inside edge

screen wash reservoir cap missing

Pass 7 Mar 2012 212,742 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 212,740 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 153,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

brake pedal rubber worn , advise replacement

Fail 4 Mar 2011 153,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

brake pedal rubber worn , advise replacement

Fail 3 Mar 2011 153,667 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

ball joint dust covet split on o/s/f anti-roll bar dropk link

engine noise

knock noise from steering

Pass 9 Mar 2010 85,218 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 15,669 miles

both rear tyres worn to limit n/s/f road wheel damaged

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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AM08 YOO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AM08 YOO, 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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AM08 YOO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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