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EF08 GYN

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,454 mi
Last recorded159,454 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 GYN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 159,454 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear under body sill (inner) both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 159,379 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust silencer insecure tail box broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear under body sill (inner) both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 150,360 miles

Coil spring corroded rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear shockers both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear both inner body sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 142,359 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s rear, o/s rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 142,359 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high front both (4.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s rear, o/s rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 137,988 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear axle is corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2021 132,420 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 126,661 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 122,404 miles

Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 117,634 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 117,634 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 111,806 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis and floor (6.1.B.2)

exhaust back box flaking

Fail 22 Aug 2017 111,806 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis and floor (6.1.B.2)

exhaust back box flaking

Pass 1 Jul 2016 104,115 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 104,114 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 97,377 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 97,377 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 83,490 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 66,387 miles

Exhaust System Detereated

Pass 13 Jun 2012 52,239 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 34,718 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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EF08 GYN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 EF08 GYN, 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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EF08 GYN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 17 June 2008.

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