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OE08 LWA

2008 Ford Galaxy

Black Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

240,006 mi
Last recorded240,006 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 LWA
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 240,006 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 239,928 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 236,540 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 231,593 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 231,481 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 231,298 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 227,881 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 212,731 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 212,123 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 172,407 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 148,353 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 135,316 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 131,776 miles

body damage over car

Fail 30 Jun 2016 131,776 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

body damage over car

Pass 26 Jun 2015 122,148 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 19 Jun 2015 122,148 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 108,908 miles

rear exhaust box rusted

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 86,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

gashes o/s/f tyre outer wall

rear exhaust box rusting

Fail 12 Jul 2013 86,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

gashes o/s/f tyre outer wall

rear exhaust box rusting

Fail 20 Jun 2012 55,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f fog light lens cracked

Pass 20 Jun 2012 55,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f fog light lens cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2011 37,859 miles

Front 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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OE08 LWA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Black with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OE08 LWA, 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 OE08 LWA registered?

OE08 LWA is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is OE08 LWA safe to buy?

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