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AC08 RTU

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

152,302 mi
Last recorded152,302 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RTU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 152,302 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner shoulders slightly..

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 152,302 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush.. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure Fixing brackets broken.. (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush.. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush.. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure Fixing bolts are loose.. (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush.. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn on inner shoulders slightly...

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 132,103 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 121,816 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 88,771 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 108,328 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 108,328 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 100,748 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 89,421 miles

both front tyres worn close to legal limit

front brake pads low

Pass 26 Nov 2016 81,634 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 81,634 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 67,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 67,067 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 59,714 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 49,043 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

oil temp not taken (BATTERY TERMINALS NOT IN REACH)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 37,290 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,748 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 RTU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black 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 AC08 RTU, 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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AC08 RTU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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