Ford Galaxy (2015)
2015 Ford Galaxy
CarHunch analysed 3,263 real MOT records for the 2015 Ford Galaxy. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Ford Galaxy's 77.5% first-time pass rate sits slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a modest concern, but the real red flag is that 44.6% of these vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point—well above the typical threshold. This is a seven-seater carrying families, so electrical, brake, or structural failures warrant serious attention during any purchase inspection.
At 80,605 miles median, these Galaxys are showing their age predictably for a nine-year-old model, yet they're still averaging 2.77 failures and 12.1 advisories per test, indicating worn components are becoming routine. Before buying, insist on a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks the electrical system, suspension, and brakes—and get a mechanic's quote for those advisories, as they often signal imminent repairs.
What to check before buying a 2015 Ford Galaxy
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.
- ⚠️ 44.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 3,209 | 77.4% | 2.79 |
| Petrol (2%) | 53 | 84.1% | 1.36 |
| Gas Diesel (0%) | 1 | 72.7% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Ford Galaxy 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 2015 Ford Galaxy vehicles fall between 55,456 and 112,396 miles.
2015 Ford Galaxy — Still on the Road
2,206 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 71% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2015 Ford Galaxy
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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64.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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63.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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47.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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40.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.2%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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32.2%
Offside Front Position lamp not working
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31.8%
Nearside Front Position lamp not working
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015. Counts include advisories and failures.
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