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Ford Galaxy

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y879 VGOMOT history

Y879 VGO is a blue diesel Ford Galaxy first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,385 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 VGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Galaxy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 VGO was last recorded at 143,385 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,385 miles · 16 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,385 miles
  • 2023 – 143,385 miles
  • 2022 – 143,383 miles
  • 2021 – 143,381 miles
  • 2020 – 139,775 miles
  • 2018 – 133,958 miles
  • 2017 – 126,887 miles
  • 2016 – 115,539 miles
  • 2014 – 96,923 miles
  • 2012 – 84,219 miles
  • 2011 – 76,976 miles
  • 2010 – 65,087 miles
  • 2008 – 55,837 miles
  • 2007 – 47,848 miles
  • 2006 – 38,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,385 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 Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,385 miles
    Test number
    351233352458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,385 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    143,385 miles
    Test number
    640158366485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,383 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,383 miles
    Test number
    552270869826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    143,381 miles
    Test number
    923304826342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail143,381 miles (+3,606)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,381 miles
    Test number
    537478064567
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass139,775 miles (+5,817)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,775 miles
    Test number
    143671257019
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass133,958 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,958 miles
    Test number
    551201790763
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail133,958 miles (+7,071)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,958 miles
    Test number
    589798718022
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass126,887 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    126,887 miles
    Test number
    141268901257
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail126,887 miles (+11,348)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,887 miles
    Test number
    407929366060
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass115,539 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,539 miles
    Test number
    281235722299
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Fail115,539 miles (+18,616)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,539 miles
    Test number
    572482770174
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass96,923 miles (+1)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,923 miles
    Test number
    877889894136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear handbrake cable outer sleeve has some damage
    • NoteSpare wheel fitted to nearside rear of vehicle

  14. Fail96,922 miles (+12,703)1 dangerous8 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,922 miles
    Test number
    577780494157
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear handbrake cable outer sleeve has some damage
    • NoteSpare wheel fitted to nearside rear of vehicle

  15. Pass84,219 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,219 miles
    Test number
    156197302264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall has signs of deterioration.

  16. Fail84,219 miles (+7,243)5 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,219 miles
    Test number
    559303102251
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall has signs of deterioration.

  17. Pass76,976 miles (+7)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    128430581121
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront facing rear seats been removed.
    • NoteWindows tinted.

  18. Fail76,969 miles (+11,882)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,969 miles
    Test number
    405489971119
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront facing rear seats been removed.
    • NoteWindows tinted.

  19. Pass65,087 miles (+9,250)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    123604230021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,837 miles (+7,989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,837 miles
    Test number
    290497038372
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail47,848 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,848 miles
    Test number
    101625827369
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass47,848 miles (+8,947)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,848 miles
    Test number
    151745727344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    571996736201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,901 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    942706636216
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about Y879 VGO

Does Y879 VGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 VGO is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 VGO?
The MOT on Y879 VGO is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 VGO done?
Y879 VGO was recorded at 143,385 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 5,315 miles a year.
Has Y879 VGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 VGO has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2021.
Has the mileage on Y879 VGO 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 Y879 VGO find?
Y879 VGO passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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