Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Ford Galaxy?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2011 Ford Galaxy?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2011 Ford Galaxy?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2011 Ford Galaxy vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2011 Ford Galaxy reliable?

Based on MOT data from 7,534 vehicles, the 2011 Ford Galaxy has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Ford Galaxy?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Ford Galaxy are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (74.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Ford Galaxy?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Galaxy (2011)

7,534 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.2% first-time pass rate

2011 Ford Galaxy

CarHunch analysed 7,534 real MOT records for the 2011 Ford Galaxy. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Ford Galaxy falls noticeably below the UK average first-time pass rate at 75.2% versus 80%, suggesting a greater-than-typical likelihood of faults cropping up during MOT. More concerning is that nearly half of these vehicles (48.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a material risk for a family car in this age bracket.

At just over 95,000 miles median mileage, these Galaxys have covered a reasonable distance for their age, yet they're accumulating substantial issues: 4 failures and 22.4 advisories per vehicle on average point to wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, budget for remedial work before purchase and factor in ongoing maintenance costs—this is a car that demands pre-buy inspection and realistic expectations about repair bills.

The 2011 Ford Galaxy has a decent first-time pass rate (75.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

75.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

48.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.01

Over 15.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

95k

Middle half: 72k–124k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 22.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 7,534 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 7,534 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 74.1%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 57.6%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 49.9%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Suspension & steering 35.6%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Ford Galaxy

Based on MOT data from 7,534 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 48.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (92%)	6,906	75.3%	4.02
Petrol (8%)	628	75.2%	3.95

Colour Breakdown

Based on 197,949 Ford Galaxy vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 29.5%

58,464

Blue 25.2%

49,888

Black 17.5%

34,656

Red 8.6%

16,968

Grey 8.4%

16,665

Green 6.7%

13,349

White 2.9%

5,822

Gold 0.4%

697

Brown 0.3%

632

Orange 0.2%

406

Purple 0.1%

255

Maroon 0.1%

147

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Ford Galaxy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

95,428

typical

71,972

low mileage

124,241

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Ford Galaxy vehicles fall between 71,972 and 124,241 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 71,972 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 71,972–124,241 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Ford Galaxys sit.

⚠ Over 167,725 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Ford Galaxy — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 53% of 2011 Ford Galaxys are still active.

3,867 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 53% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.01

Avg failures per vehicle

22.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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