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Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi reliable? We analysed 307 real MOT tests across 127 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 307 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.8%
Typical Mileage
146,598mi
Annual Mileage
7,674mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi Number Plates

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

Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,888 mi/yr
Typical
7,674 mi/yr
Average
8,423 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,641 mi/yr

Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi Mileage Distribution

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

Median
146,598 mi
75th Percentile
168,109 mi
95th Percentile
218,890 mi
Max Recorded
257,185 mi

How Does the Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi THIS CAR 65.8% 307 146,598 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
Ducati Streetfighter V4 93.4% 305 5,375 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi?

The Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.8% across 307 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi owner drives around 7,674 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 Zetec Tddi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi reliable?
Based on 307 MOT tests, the Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi has a 65.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi do per year?
The typical Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi does around 7,674 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Galaxy Zetec Tddi?
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.