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Ford Galaxy

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

L5 ESFMOT history

L5 ESF is a white diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 1 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L5 ESF white Ford Galaxy – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,834 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 ESF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 ESF was last recorded at 126,834 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,832 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,834 miles
  • 2025 – 116,375 miles
  • 2024 – 102,588 miles
  • 2023 – 89,170 miles
  • 2022 – 85,169 miles
  • 2021 – 63,450 miles
  • 2020 – 62,138 miles
  • 2019 – 58,283 miles
  • 2018 – 53,892 miles
  • 2017 – 49,158 miles
  • 2016 – 42,925 miles
  • 2015 – 38,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,834 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underside including steering suspension and braking components have corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,834 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,834 miles
    Test number
    374377654615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail126,832 miles (+10,457)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,832 miles
    Test number
    568648667237
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass116,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    652928297422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,375 miles (+13,787)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    482391542873
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector damaged
  5. Pass102,588 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    102,588 miles
    Test number
    734853373050
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside including steering suspension and braking components have corrosion
  6. Fail102,587 miles (+13,417)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,587 miles
    Test number
    479418881604
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside including steering suspension and braking components have corrosion
  7. Pass89,170 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,170 miles
    Test number
    477675875068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,168 miles (+3,999)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,168 miles
    Test number
    167154178778
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass85,169 miles (+21,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    438931280233
    • AdvisoryCentral Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass63,450 miles (+1,312)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    717503730245
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass62,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,138 miles
    Test number
    938691478548
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm mounting bushes slightly perished
  12. Fail62,138 miles (+3,855)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,138 miles
    Test number
    712138447889
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm mounting bushes slightly perished
  13. Pass58,283 miles (+4,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    480613055172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  14. Pass53,892 miles (+4,734)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    667764454724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,158 miles (+6,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,158 miles
    Test number
    303778438218
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to wear bars
  16. Pass42,925 miles (+4,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,925 miles
    Test number
    134549900003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass38,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    635515626285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 ESF

Does L5 ESF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 ESF is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 ESF?
The MOT on L5 ESF is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 ESF done?
L5 ESF was recorded at 126,834 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 8,548 miles a year.
Has L5 ESF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 ESF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 ESF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L5 ESF find?
L5 ESF passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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