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WU08 XLO

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

147,442 mi
Last recorded147,442 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 XLO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 147,442 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 138,241 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 130,691 miles

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

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn 2 x rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 130,691 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn 2 x rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 124,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn 2 x rears trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 113,105 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jul 2018 105,128 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 25 Jul 2018 105,128 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 10 Jul 2017 97,334 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 97,334 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 80,406 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 69,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 62,923 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 62,889 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 56,563 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front shock absorbers poor performance

Pass 20 Jul 2012 49,931 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 49,931 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 41,485 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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WU08 XLO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 WU08 XLO, 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 WU08 XLO registered?

WU08 XLO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is WU08 XLO safe to buy?

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