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SJ08 CAJ

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,143 mi
Last recorded111,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 CAJ
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2021 111,143 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 101,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 93,284 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 86,019 miles

Handbrake just met requirement 16%

Fail 17 Apr 2018 86,019 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Handbrake just met requirement 16%

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 83,141 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 77,718 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 72,584 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 64,268 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 54,036 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2012 44,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 44,729 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 35,707 miles

n/s rear tyre has excessive unusual wear on tread

o/s rear tyre has unusual wear on tread

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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SJ08 CAJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SJ08 CAJ, 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 SJ08 CAJ registered?

SJ08 CAJ is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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The MOT history for SJ08 CAJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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