CarVerify

Free Car Check

EF08 GWL

2008 Ford Galaxy

Blue Diesel 1753cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,012 mi
Last recorded136,012 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 GWL
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 136,012 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 128,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 120,770 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 110,765 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 105,567 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 91,608 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 80,677 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 80,677 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 80,677 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 72,976 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 65,968 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 57,499 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 50,213 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 43,986 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 43,986 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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
Full Ford Galaxy reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EF08 GWL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EF08 GWL, 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

How do I check the history of EF08 GWL?

You can check the full history of EF08 GWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EF08 GWL registered?

EF08 GWL is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is EF08 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 GWL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF08 GWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EF08 GWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.