Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143 (2009)
2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143
CarHunch analysed 113 real MOT records for the 2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Galaxy TDCI is a significant reliability concern: only 31.6% pass MOT first time, less than half the UK average of 80%, with no dangerous defects recorded but a pattern of failures that suggests systemic mechanical weakness. The diesel engine itself isn't flagged as inherently unsafe, but owners should expect problems.
At 134,000 miles median age, these cars are well-used family vehicles, and the 0.47 average failures per test indicate recurring issues rather than one-off niggles. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the diesel engine, transmission, and suspension—the pass rate tells you this model needs professional vetting, not just a quick once-over.
What to check before buying a 2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143 vehicles fall between 117,061 and 164,608 miles.
2009 Ford Galaxy Ghia Tdci 143 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 17 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (41% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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