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YL08 EWN

2008 Ford Galaxy

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

110,654 mi
Last recorded110,654 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Galaxy100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 EWN
MakeFord
ModelGalaxy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 110,654 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 110,561 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 103,988 miles

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 103,974 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 95,292 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 95,292 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 86,435 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2022 86,435 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 75,749 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 67,572 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 67,572 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 60,347 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 60,078 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 60,078 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 59,371 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 58,681 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 58,648 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 58,153 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 57,633 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 57,204 miles

advise both rear tyres perrished

Pass 12 Jul 2013 55,861 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 53,890 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)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,008 miles

Nearside 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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YL08 EWN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YL08 EWN, 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 EWN registered?

YL08 EWN is a 2008 Ford Galaxy, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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The MOT history for YL08 EWN shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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