Ford Galaxy: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 8.7% of Ford Galaxy MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2003, 2004 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 3,944 | 20.2% |
| 2003 | 8,146 | 20.8% |
| 2004 | 9,285 | 21.8% |
| 2005 | 14,221 | 20.6% |
| 2006 | 15,952 | 18.8% |
| 2007 | 27,143 | 15.2% |
| 2008 | 27,353 | 13.3% |
| 2016 | 28,260 | 1.2% |
| 2017 | 30,373 | 0.7% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.