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WU08 JWE

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,862 mi
Last recorded135,862 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 JWE
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 135,862 miles

chassis, suspension components, brakes and fuel lines corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2024 126,776 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 118,374 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 108,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 104,778 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 102,177 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 98,550 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 95,280 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under bonnet engine cover missing

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2017 91,704 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,862 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 85,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 80,952 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 75,284 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 75,284 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 62,630 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 51,919 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 51,919 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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WU08 JWE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WU08 JWE, 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 WU08 JWE registered?

WU08 JWE is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is WU08 JWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 JWE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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