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Ford Galaxy LX TDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Galaxy LX TDI reliable? We analysed 197 real MOT tests across 129 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 197 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.5%
Typical Mileage
173,610mi
Annual Mileage
9,005mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Galaxy LX TDI is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Galaxy LX TDI.

Ford Galaxy LX TDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Galaxy LX TDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Galaxy LX TDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Galaxy LX TDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,442 mi/yr
Typical
9,005 mi/yr
Average
11,618 mi/yr
Heavy usage
14,844 mi/yr

Ford Galaxy LX TDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Galaxy LX TDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
173,610 mi
75th Percentile
200,710 mi
95th Percentile
255,046 mi
Max Recorded
344,768 mi

How Does the Ford Galaxy LX TDI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Galaxy LX TDI THIS CAR 69.5% 197 173,610 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Mitsubishi Outlander 4H PHEV CVT 94.2% 191 52,796 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Galaxy LX TDI trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Galaxy LX TDI?

The Ford Galaxy LX TDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.5% across 197 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Galaxy LX TDI owner drives around 9,005 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Galaxy LX TDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Galaxy LX TDI reliable?
Based on 197 MOT tests, the Ford Galaxy LX TDI has a 69.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Galaxy LX TDI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Galaxy LX TDI do per year?
The typical Ford Galaxy LX TDI does around 9,005 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Galaxy LX TDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Galaxy LX TDI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.