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EF08 RXU

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,778 mi
Last recorded129,778 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 RXU
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 129,778 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 127,846 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 119,787 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 112,175 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 107,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 104,003 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 101,222 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 93,008 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 87,567 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 87,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 77,789 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame front bushes both o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2017 77,789 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in tyre both n/s/f & n/s/r

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame front bushes both o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 67,691 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 57,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 46,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,093 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 22,175 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 22,175 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 RXU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RXU, 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

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What year was EF08 RXU registered?

EF08 RXU is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is EF08 RXU safe to buy?

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