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Ford Galaxy

Gold · Diesel · 2007 · 1,997 cc

L70 VOLMOT history

L70 VOL is a gold diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 25 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

L70 VOL gold Ford Galaxy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Galaxy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,809 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 VOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 VOL was last recorded at 125,809 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,805 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,809 miles
  • 2025 – 118,984 miles
  • 2024 – 114,209 miles
  • 2023 – 106,841 miles
  • 2022 – 99,183 miles
  • 2020 – 86,691 miles
  • 2019 – 71,532 miles
  • 2018 – 65,654 miles
  • 2017 – 59,209 miles
  • 2016 – 54,098 miles
  • 2015 – 49,442 miles
  • 2014 – 44,660 miles
  • 2013 – 39,298 miles
  • 2012 – 33,740 miles
  • 2011 – 29,641 miles
  • 2010 – 22,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,809 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sills etc (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield inscureRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,809 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    969853830812
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sills etc (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield inscure

  2. Fail125,805 miles (+6,821)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,805 miles
    Test number
    994827802597
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sills etc (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield inscure

  3. Pass118,984 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,984 miles
    Test number
    169802832472
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folloded not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody sill etc (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield inscure

  4. Fail118,978 miles (+4,769)1 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,978 miles
    Test number
    226263322596
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folloded not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody sill etc (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield inscure

  5. Pass114,209 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,209 miles
    Test number
    797629373517
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seat folloded cant check belts

  6. Fail114,201 miles (+7,360)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,201 miles
    Test number
    532300615629
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seat folloded cant check belts

  7. Pass106,841 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    396470125856
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail106,840 miles (+7,657)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,840 miles
    Test number
    159102687816
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass99,183 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,183 miles
    Test number
    895098499946
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns-os front lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr-osr trailing arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail99,183 miles (+2)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,183 miles
    Test number
    735780985714
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns-os front lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr-osr trailing arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail99,181 miles (+12,490)5 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,181 miles
    Test number
    194908231777
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass86,691 miles (+15,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    476937173698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass71,532 miles (+5,878)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,532 miles
    Test number
    149561488844
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass65,654 miles (+6,445)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,654 miles
    Test number
    266279584818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,209 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    945601818745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,098 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,098 miles
    Test number
    711517019509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,442 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,442 miles
    Test number
    738265115105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,660 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,660 miles
    Test number
    318098104121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,298 miles (+5,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,298 miles
    Test number
    908330313192
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Pass33,740 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,740 miles
    Test number
    756369812151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,641 miles (+7,587)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,641 miles
    Test number
    825828411122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,054 miles
    Test number
    421415620180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 VOL

Does L70 VOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 VOL is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 VOL?
The MOT on L70 VOL is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 VOL done?
L70 VOL was recorded at 125,809 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 6,533 miles a year.
Has L70 VOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 VOL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L70 VOL 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 L70 VOL find?
L70 VOL passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; front coil spring corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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