2008 Ford Galaxy 2.2L Diesel · GL08 UCE
2008 Ford Galaxy (2.2L, diesel). First registered 26 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 118,006 miles. MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- FORD GALAXY
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,006 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL08 UCE Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2026
- 118,006 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL08 UCE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Galaxy (GL08 UCE) between May 2011 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 18 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 40 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”.
GL08 UCE Mileage History
- 14/05/201125,169 mi
- 05/05/201234,048 mi+8,879 mi
- 04/05/201340,505 mi+6,457 mi
- 04/05/201340,505 mi
- 03/04/201449,978 mi+9,473 mi
- 16/04/201554,229 mi+4,251 mi
- 22/03/201658,367 mi+4,138 mi
- 16/03/201765,219 mi+6,852 mi
- 16/03/201765,219 mi
- 19/03/201869,742 mi+4,523 mi
- 14/03/201975,058 mi+5,316 mi
- 14/03/201975,060 mi+2 mi
- 11/03/202080,288 mi+5,228 mi
- 12/03/202080,288 mi
- 18/02/202184,393 mi+4,105 mi
- 18/02/202184,393 mi
- 11/03/202290,462 mi+6,069 mi
- 07/03/202395,302 mi+4,840 mi
- 09/02/2024102,077 mi+6,775 mi
- 09/01/2025104,156 mi+2,079 mi
- 17/04/2026118,001 mi+13,845 mi
- 18/04/2026118,006 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,218 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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