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YL08 EVC

2008 Ford Galaxy

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,582 mi
Last recorded130,582 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 EVC
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 130,582 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 121,085 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 116,383 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear heat sheild insecure

Pass 10 Aug 2022 112,954 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 112,949 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 109,341 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle cover missing not affecting opration

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 7 Aug 2020 105,969 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 105,963 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.51 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 104,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 102,905 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 102,904 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 96,766 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 89,126 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 81,901 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,307 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 67,608 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 61,698 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 55,742 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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YL08 EVC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL08 EVC, 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 YL08 EVC registered?

YL08 EVC is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is YL08 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 EVC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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