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AV08 OHE

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

187,189 mi
Last recorded187,189 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 OHE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 187,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 175,568 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 166,637 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 153,084 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 140,396 miles

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

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

front no plate showing water marks

lower engine cover fitted

oil level low

rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 23 May 2014 140,396 miles

front no plate showing water marks

lower engine cover fitted

oil level low

rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 31 May 2013 128,646 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 111,843 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front disc pitted

Fail 30 Jan 2012 111,843 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet warning lamp staying on (faulty switch ?)

front disc pitted

Pass 12 Apr 2011 97,732 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 97,732 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AV08 OHE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AV08 OHE, 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 AV08 OHE registered?

AV08 OHE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is AV08 OHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 OHE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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