2007 Ford Galaxy — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 27,143 MOT tests, the 2007 Ford Galaxy recorded a 71.2% pass rate. That is effectively the same as MPVs of a similar age (29.1% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.9%) and suspension (15.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and pins and bushes — position lamp alone was recorded 2,406 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 38.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 30.1% once past 150k.
The petrol cars hold up better: 27.1% fail against 28.9% for diesel, a 1.8-point gap across 27,143 tests.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 45.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 27.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.9% | 4,861 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.2% | 4,122 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.6% | 2,329 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.2% | 1,966 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.1% | 1,651 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.1% | 1,383 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 2,406 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 1,633 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 1,544 |
| 4 | Suspension arm | 1,525 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 1,478 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 1,284 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 45.8% | 12,440 |
| 2 | Tyres | 32.9% | 8,921 |
| 3 | Brakes | 28.1% | 7,633 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 22.1% | 6,009 |
| 5 | Other defects | 17.8% | 4,839 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 14.1% | 3,827 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 140 | 38.6% |
| 30-60k | 255 | 20.4% |
| 60-90k | 1,757 | 22.8% |
| 90-120k | 5,594 | 27.3% |
| 120-150k | 8,593 | 29.2% |
| 150k+ | 10,626 | 30.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 25,510 | 28.9% |
| Petrol | 1,633 | 27.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,221 | 27.3% |
| 2022 | 6,625 | 29.0% |
| 2023 | 5,455 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 4,469 | 30.3% |
| 2025 | 3,373 | 29.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Galaxy
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Ford Galaxys pass their MOT?
71.2% of the 27,143 2007 Ford Galaxy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Ford Galaxy?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.9% of tests, followed by suspension (15.2%).
Does the 2007 Galaxy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 38.6% in the 0-30k band to 30.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 27,143 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.