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WD57 CXM

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

83,768 mi
Last recorded83,768 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD57 CXM
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 83,768 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 78,235 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 78,235 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 74,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 70,231 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 67,218 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/60/16 99H triangle (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/60/16 99V goodyear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 65,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/60/16 99V (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 63,582 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 63,582 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Heat shield loose

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 57,869 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 57,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 52,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm but worn outer edge but not showing cords (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2017 46,324 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 26 Jan 2017 46,324 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 29 Jan 2016 40,335 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,383 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 18,638 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 12,679 miles

slight damage nearside outter sill (rear)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,936 miles

n/s sill damaged

wipers poor

Fail 20 Jan 2011 6,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

offside front tyre getting low (3mm)

slight damage nearside outer sill

slight split nearside front tyre wall

Pass 20 Jan 2011 6,903 miles

offside front tyre getting low (3mm)

slight damage nearside outer sill

slight split nearside front tyre wall

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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WD57 CXM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WD57 CXM, 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 WD57 CXM registered?

WD57 CXM is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 25 February 2008.

Is WD57 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD57 CXM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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