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AA08 ELX

2008 Ford Galaxy

Purple Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,823 mi
Last recorded145,823 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 ELX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 145,823 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Slight play in tie rod

Rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 27 May 2021 134,473 miles

Both Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Worn, Split, And Perished

Chip In Windscreen

Headlight Lenses Deteriorated

Rear Coil Springs Corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2020 121,067 miles

n/s/f track rod end has play on limit

Fail 12 Jun 2020 121,038 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working bulb holder connector broken- insert and outlet rusty (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/f track rod end has play on limit

Pass 10 Jun 2019 110,572 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm bush over hanging housing.

Fail 10 Jun 2019 110,572 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Trailing arm bush over hanging housing.

Pass 9 Jun 2018 96,689 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 82,531 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 82,531 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 69,595 miles

rear tyres 2mm 225/50/17

Pass 9 Jun 2015 53,184 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 29,498 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,799 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 19,880 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 15,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AA08 ELX is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Purple with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 ELX, 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 AA08 ELX registered?

AA08 ELX is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AA08 ELX safe to buy?

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