FORD GALAXY (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 424 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
424
Avg Mileage
134,965 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2001 FORD GALAXY reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 23 years old, 66% of FORD GALAXYs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 424 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 134,965 miles.
How does the 2001 FORD GALAXY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 FORD GALAXY has 134,965 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a FORD GALAXY?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 1999 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2001 sits between the two at 66%.
How much does a 2001 FORD GALAXY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD GALAXY by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 97% | 39 | 33,627 mi |
| 2021 | 84% | 2,862 | 37,362 mi |
| 2020 | 88% | 3,372 | 38,272 mi |
| 2019 | 87% | 4,575 | 59,091 mi |
| 2018 | 87% | 6,260 | 85,958 mi |
| 2017 | 87% | 8,623 | 87,594 mi |
| 2016 | 87% | 7,907 | 101,278 mi |
| 2015 | 78% | 4,825 | 116,199 mi |
| 2014 | 75% | 8,480 | 116,745 mi |
| 2013 | 75% | 7,456 | 123,704 mi |
| 2012 | 74% | 8,679 | 124,488 mi |
| 2011 | 73% | 8,397 | 130,512 mi |
| 2010 | 73% | 8,239 | 134,101 mi |
| 2009 | 73% | 7,511 | 139,669 mi |
| 2008 | 71% | 6,940 | 144,781 mi |
| 2007 | 70% | 6,821 | 149,176 mi |
| 2006 | 68% | 3,533 | 147,772 mi |
| 2005 | 65% | 2,979 | 139,801 mi |
| 2004 | 64% | 1,728 | 140,322 mi |
| 2003 | 65% | 1,350 | 141,515 mi |
| 2002 | 69% | 657 | 136,801 mi |
| 2001 | 66% | 424 | 134,965 mi |
| 2000 | 67% | 110 | 147,374 mi |
| 1999 | 64% | 174 | 119,479 mi |
| 1998 | 72% | 201 | 145,838 mi |
| 1997 | 67% | 130 | 135,717 mi |
| 1996 | 68% | 85 | 131,370 mi |
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About the 2001 FORD GALAXY
The 2001 FORD GALAXY is a large car with a 2295cc petrol engine. 424 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 134,965 miles at 23 years old, FORD GALAXY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2001 FORD GALAXY Fuel Costs
The 2295cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 FORD GALAXY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
FORD GALAXY Reliability Trend
Newer FORD GALAXYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 FORD GALAXY
At 23 years old, the FORD GALAXY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.
Alternatives to the 2001 FORD GALAXY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- RENAULT CLIO (2003) 68% pass rate (+2%) from 10,050 tests
- MERCEDES C (2003) 73% pass rate (+7%) from 9,158 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (2003) 75% pass rate (+9%) from 7,845 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1999) 78% pass rate (+12%) from 7,815 tests