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Ford Galaxy

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LR08 VGUMOT history

LR08 VGU is a grey diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2025.

LR08 VGU grey Ford Galaxy – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Galaxy, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2026
Mileage
151,769 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VGU was last recorded at 151,769 miles on 22 Feb 2025, 6,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,172 miles · 13 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6,597 miles
Average per year
8,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,769 miles
  • 2024 – 145,172 miles
  • 2023 – 138,049 miles
  • 2022 – 130,615 miles
  • 2021 – 120,959 miles
  • 2020 – 113,459 miles
  • 2019 – 107,227 miles
  • 2018 – 97,209 miles
  • 2017 – 84,989 miles
  • 2016 – 71,279 miles
  • 2015 – 62,761 miles
  • 2014 – 55,115 miles
  • 2013 – 43,308 miles
  • 2012 – 36,209 miles
  • 2011 – 28,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,769 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,769 miles (+6,597)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,769 miles
    Test number
    701988335813
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass145,172 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,172 miles
    Test number
    672077293098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail145,152 miles (+7,103)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,152 miles
    Test number
    880913152324
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass138,049 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,049 miles
    Test number
    212863688046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail138,037 miles (+7,422)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,037 miles
    Test number
    441586026808
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass130,615 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,615 miles
    Test number
    453466773607
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield lose at rear

  7. Fail130,605 miles (+9,646)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,605 miles
    Test number
    989784189845
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield lose at rear

  8. Pass120,959 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    980495591402
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Fail120,959 miles (+7,500)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    132360732302
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass113,459 miles (+6,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,459 miles
    Test number
    160470064864
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass107,227 miles (+10,018)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,227 miles
    Test number
    403612604804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,209 miles
    Test number
    694415998331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,209 miles (+12,220)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,209 miles
    Test number
    751499755934
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass84,989 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    967888995241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,694 miles (+76)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,694 miles
    Test number
    584027961549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuse box hanging down in passenger foot well

  16. Fail80,618 miles (+9,339)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    955414072827
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outter edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuse box hanging down in passenger foot well

  17. Pass71,279 miles (+8,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    647078483669
    • AdvisoryService light on

  18. Pass62,761 miles (+7,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,761 miles
    Test number
    395285145026
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing

  19. Pass55,115 miles (+11,807)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,115 miles
    Test number
    657550754002
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/s rear tyre wearing down
    • NoteUnable to check rearmost seat belts and seats due to custermers personal contents

  20. Pass43,308 miles (+7,099)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,308 miles
    Test number
    898162553072
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront pads wearing down

  21. Pass36,209 miles (+7,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,209 miles
    Test number
    219365152020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,646 miles
    Test number
    105109851097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail28,646 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,646 miles
    Test number
    626689851056
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 VGU

Does LR08 VGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VGU expired on 23 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VGU?
The MOT on LR08 VGU expired on 23 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VGU done?
LR08 VGU was recorded at 151,769 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2025, an average of 8,804 miles a year.
Has LR08 VGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VGU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 VGU 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 LR08 VGU find?
LR08 VGU passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2025 with 9 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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