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AC08 RGO

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,037 mi
Last recorded152,037 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RGO
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 152,037 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 145,185 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 141,527 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 134,218 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear bump stops worn

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 134,218 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear bump stops worn

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

high level brake light - not working

Pass 29 Oct 2015 126,815 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 126,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 116,418 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/f anti roll bar drop link has slight play

tow bar has retaining bolt loose

Fail 27 Sep 2014 116,418 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s/f anti roll bar drop link has slight play

tow bar has retaining bolt loose

Pass 21 Sep 2013 112,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/r & o/s/r door child safety locke are on.

n/s/r brake pads, starting to get thin.

Fail 6 Oct 2012 108,418 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

emissions to clean to register

part of o/s/r side light is out

Pass 6 Oct 2012 108,418 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

emissions to clean to register

part of o/s/r side light is out

Pass 11 Oct 2011 93,896 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 42,782 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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AC08 RGO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AC08 RGO, 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 AC08 RGO registered?

AC08 RGO is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is AC08 RGO safe to buy?

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