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Ford Galaxy

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y278 AEBMOT history

Y278 AEB is a red diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 14 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2022
Mileage
135,622 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 AEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 AEB was last recorded at 135,622 miles on 23 Dec 2021, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,601 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 135,622 miles
  • 2020 – 130,141 miles
  • 2019 – 122,965 miles
  • 2018 – 117,586 miles
  • 2017 – 112,774 miles
  • 2016 – 104,285 miles
  • 2015 – 98,505 miles
  • 2014 – 92,466 miles
  • 2013 – 87,004 miles
  • 2012 – 81,515 miles
  • 2011 – 75,608 miles
  • 2010 – 70,052 miles
  • 2009 – 64,824 miles
  • 2008 – 55,652 miles
  • 2007 – 45,341 miles
  • 2006 – 35,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,622 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,622 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,622 miles
    Test number
    796528640533
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  2. Fail135,601 miles (+5,460)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,601 miles
    Test number
    245078533988
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  3. Pass130,141 miles (+7,176)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,141 miles
    Test number
    487734001750
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass122,965 miles (+5,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,965 miles
    Test number
    413465293579
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass117,586 miles (+4,812)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,586 miles
    Test number
    485275681684
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass112,774 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,774 miles
    Test number
    719773030641
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  7. Fail112,694 miles (+8,409)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,694 miles
    Test number
    513802025525
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  8. Pass104,285 miles (+5,780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,285 miles
    Test number
    224269412426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  9. Pass98,505 miles (+6,039)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,505 miles
    Test number
    198601175189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  10. Pass92,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,466 miles
    Test number
    788397654117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  11. Fail92,466 miles (+5,462)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,466 miles
    Test number
    808357854154
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  12. Pass87,004 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,004 miles
    Test number
    309791773165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,515 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,515 miles
    Test number
    247290972440
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  14. Fail81,515 miles (+5,907)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,515 miles
    Test number
    789210572120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  15. Pass75,608 miles (+5,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    937229361118
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass70,052 miles (+5,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,052 miles
    Test number
    302242460159
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass64,824 miles (+9,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    64,824 miles
    Test number
    204870679188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  18. Pass55,652 miles (+10,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,652 miles
    Test number
    572194968131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass45,341 miles (+9,820)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    910654867134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,521 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,521 miles
    Test number
    884234296147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about Y278 AEB

Does Y278 AEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 AEB expired on 29 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 AEB?
The MOT on Y278 AEB expired on 29 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 AEB done?
Y278 AEB was recorded at 135,622 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 6,480 miles a year.
Has Y278 AEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 AEB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y278 AEB 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 Y278 AEB find?
Y278 AEB passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: under tray fitted.

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