2010 Ford Galaxy — MOT failures & pass rate
30,421 MOT tests on the 2010 Ford Galaxy are in this dataset, and 74.1% of them passed. That is effectively the same as MPVs of a similar age (25.8% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.1% of tests against 9.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and pins and bushes — position lamp alone was recorded 3,081 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2010 Galaxy fails 28.8% of the time in the 0-30k band and 27.7% at 150k+, a spread of only 1.1 points.
The petrol cars hold up better: 24.3% fail against 26.1% for diesel, a 1.8-point gap across 30,421 tests.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 36.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 24.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.1% | 5,502 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.2% | 2,789 |
| 3 | Tyres | 7.2% | 2,182 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.0% | 1,841 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.8% | 1,756 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.9% | 1,499 |
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 | 3,081 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 1,739 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 1,625 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 1,337 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 1,059 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 990 |
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 | 36.7% | 11,157 |
| 2 | Tyres | 32.0% | 9,741 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.1% | 7,925 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.8% | 5,404 |
| 5 | Other defects | 15.1% | 4,592 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.0% | 3,051 |
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 | 198 | 28.8% |
| 30-60k | 904 | 20.0% |
| 60-90k | 4,491 | 22.7% |
| 90-120k | 9,051 | 25.4% |
| 120-150k | 8,151 | 27.0% |
| 150k+ | 7,492 | 27.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 26,502 | 26.1% |
| Petrol | 3,919 | 24.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,909 | 24.7% |
| 2022 | 6,684 | 25.4% |
| 2023 | 6,204 | 25.7% |
| 2024 | 5,640 | 27.2% |
| 2025 | 4,984 | 26.8% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Galaxy
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 18.1% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (18.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.2% 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.
- Tyres (7.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2010 Ford Galaxys pass their MOT?
74.1% of the 30,421 2010 Ford Galaxy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Ford Galaxy?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.1% of tests, followed by suspension (9.2%).
Does the 2010 Galaxy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.8% in the 0-30k band to 27.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 30,421 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.