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YJ08 LUF

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,591 mi
Last recorded71,591 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 LUF
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 71,591 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2025 71,574 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 68,070 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 63,972 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 61,863 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 61,526 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 61,314 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 58,991 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 53,424 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 48,285 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 41,338 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 36,115 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 32,549 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 28,574 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 24,203 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 17,044 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 10,561 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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YJ08 LUF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YJ08 LUF, 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 YJ08 LUF registered?

YJ08 LUF is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is YJ08 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 LUF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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