Ford Galaxy reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Ford Galaxy is a mpv / people carrier. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 95 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 294 of 442, and 36.7% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is position lamp (7.8% of tests).
Ranked 294 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 10 of 20 people carriers
In 2024, 58,148 Ford Galaxys aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 36.7% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Ford Galaxy is 5% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 22.1% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
36.7%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
22.1%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
11,400
Typical age at test: 11 years
Ford Galaxy MOT failure rate by age
Most common Ford Galaxy MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working7.8% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working4.2% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.4% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.4% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.3% of tests
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn2.9% of tests
What the Ford Galaxy fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 18.8% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Suspension | 10.4% | ▼ 16% less often |
| Tyres | 8.9% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Brakes | 8.1% | About average |
| Body and structure | 6.8% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Visibility | 4.4% | ▼ 17% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.7% | ▼ 18% less often |
| Steering | 3.2% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 2.1% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Wheels | 0.6% | About average |
What MPG does the Ford Galaxy do?
Official economy for the Ford Galaxy ranges from 23.5 to 56.5mpg across the 131 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2024). A typical petrol version manages 34mpg and a typical diesel 47.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Ford Galaxy?
Any Ford Galaxy first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Galaxy registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £170 to £790 a year.
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Official figures for 131 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2024.
Fuel types
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid
Official economy
23.5–56.5 mpg
CO2
129–307 g/km
Power
110–190 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue110 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 157g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue110 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 157g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue140 PS · A8 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 44.1 mpg | 167g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue140 PS · A8 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 44.1 mpg | 167g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue140 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2024 | Diesel | 43.5 mpg | 171g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2022.50 2.0 EcoBlue140 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2024 | Diesel | 43.5 mpg | 171g | £200 | 37% |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2022.50 2.5 Duratec (FHEV)140 PS · CVT · listed 2024 | Hybrid | 42.2 mpg | 153g | £200 | 36% |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2022.50 2.5 Duratec (FHEV)140 PS · CVT · listed 2024 | Hybrid | 42.2 mpg | 153g | £200 | 36% |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2021 2.0 EcoBlue150 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 157g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2021 2.0 EcoBlue150 PS · M6 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 157g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2021 2.0 EcoBlue150 PS · A8 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 44.1 mpg | 169g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2021 2.0 EcoBlue190 PS · A8 · listed 2021 | Diesel | 44.1 mpg | 167g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2021 2.0 EcoBlue190 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2021 | Diesel | 43.5 mpg | 171g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Pre 2021 2.0 EcoBlue190 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2021 | Diesel | 41.5 mpg | 178g | £200 | – |
| Galaxy Model Year Post 2021 2.5 Duratec (FHEV)190 PS · CVT · listed 2021 | Hybrid | 44.1 mpg | 307g | £200 | – |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 131 versions.
What a Ford Galaxy costs to fuel
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- diesel, typical official 47.1mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Ford Galaxy reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Ford Galaxy is 5% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 95 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Ford Galaxy?
The most common MOT fault is “Position lamp: not working”, found in 7.8% of tests. It fails on seat belts and airbags and body and structure more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Ford Galaxy do?
Official economy for the Ford Galaxy ranges from 23.5 to 56.5mpg across the 131 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2024). A typical petrol version manages 34mpg and a typical diesel 47.1mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Ford Galaxy?
Any Ford Galaxy first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Galaxy registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £170 to £790 a year.
›How many Ford Galaxys fail their MOT?
36.7% of Ford Galaxys aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 22.1% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Ford Galaxy combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.