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AA08 EMX

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,738 mi
Last recorded155,738 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 EMX
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 155,738 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 135,777 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 131,496 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 125,304 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 112,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear sidelight works intermitantly

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

toys hanging from mirror

Fail 27 Apr 2019 112,454 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn knuckle bush split away from bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement knuckle bush splitting away from bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front sidelight not working intermittantly

Offside Rear sidelight works intermitantly

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

Upper high level brake light not working

toys hanging from mirror

Pass 28 Apr 2018 94,669 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 94,650 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Wheel nut(s) missing one on each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 80,773 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads worn

Fail 28 Apr 2017 80,773 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format both (6.3.4f)

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

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

front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 23 Apr 2016 71,738 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 54,670 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 42,943 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has 3mm

Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,120 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 24,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 17,164 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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AA08 EMX is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EMX, 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 EMX registered?

AA08 EMX is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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