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Ford Galaxy

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

W161 RALMOT history

W161 RAL is a blue diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 1 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 235,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
235,248 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W161 RAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W161 RAL was last recorded at 235,248 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 3,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,470 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,778 miles
Average per year
5,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,248 miles
  • 2025 – 231,470 miles
  • 2024 – 228,611 miles
  • 2023 – 227,355 miles
  • 2022 – 222,823 miles
  • 2021 – 220,860 miles
  • 2020 – 219,520 miles
  • 2019 – 217,909 miles
  • 2018 – 215,491 miles
  • 2017 – 213,712 miles
  • 2016 – 206,521 miles
  • 2015 – 198,914 miles
  • 2014 – 191,948 miles
  • 2013 – 185,749 miles
  • 2012 – 179,241 miles
  • 2011 – 173,994 miles
  • 2010 – 166,699 miles
  • 2009 – 160,448 miles
  • 2008 – 155,030 miles
  • 2007 – 149,895 miles
  • 2006 – 130,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,248 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top bush worn
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,248 miles (+3,778)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    235,248 miles
    Test number
    738720770128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass231,470 miles (+2,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    231,470 miles
    Test number
    596476611595
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass228,611 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    228,611 miles
    Test number
    845738215131
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail228,611 miles (+1,256)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,611 miles
    Test number
    576699931939
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass227,355 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    227,355 miles
    Test number
    415286353579
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail227,355 miles (+4,532)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,355 miles
    Test number
    524730790621
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass222,823 miles (+1,963)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    222,823 miles
    Test number
    589463191006
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass220,860 miles (+1,340)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    220,860 miles
    Test number
    982227414076
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass219,520 miles (+1,611)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    219,520 miles
    Test number
    246337566798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass217,909 miles (+2,418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    217,909 miles
    Test number
    733509757754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass215,491 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    215,491 miles
    Test number
    733995192572
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail215,491 miles (+1,779)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,491 miles
    Test number
    849702750019
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass213,712 miles (+7,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    213,712 miles
    Test number
    385480041274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass206,521 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    206,521 miles
    Test number
    451205762585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail206,521 miles (+7,607)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,521 miles
    Test number
    640140694275
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end worn (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inop

  16. Pass198,914 miles (+6,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    198,914 miles
    Test number
    735547461367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass191,948 miles (+6,199)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    191,948 miles
    Test number
    609566564243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass185,749 miles (+6,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    185,749 miles
    Test number
    709767463276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass179,241 miles (+5,247)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    179,241 miles
    Test number
    467716512234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass173,994 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    173,994 miles
    Test number
    838166211219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass166,699 miles (+6,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    166,699 miles
    Test number
    761057400228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass160,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    160,448 miles
    Test number
    394105719461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail160,448 miles (+5,418)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,448 miles
    Test number
    341795519442
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass155,030 miles (+5,135)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    155,030 miles
    Test number
    361639418229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail149,895 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,895 miles
    Test number
    214443647173
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass149,895 miles (+19,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    149,895 miles
    Test number
    393163147144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail130,083 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,083 miles
    Test number
    291225146167
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wear on out side edge & close to limit.offside rear tyre on limit.

  28. Pass130,083 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    130,083 miles
    Test number
    961925046185
    • NoteOffside front tyre wear on out side edge & close to limit.offside rear tyre on limit.

Questions about W161 RAL

Does W161 RAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W161 RAL is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on W161 RAL?
The MOT on W161 RAL is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W161 RAL done?
W161 RAL was recorded at 235,248 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 5,240 miles a year.
Has W161 RAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W161 RAL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on W161 RAL 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 W161 RAL find?
W161 RAL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 4 more.

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