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FORD GALAXY (2004)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,728 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

64%

Total Tests (2024)

1,728

Avg Mileage

140,322 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,597

Is the 2004 FORD GALAXY reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 20 years old, 64% of FORD GALAXYs from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,728 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 140,322 miles.

How does the 2004 FORD GALAXY compare?

Rank among all 2004 cars457th out of 491(top 93%)
Rank among all FORD models1140th out of 1,167(top 98%)
vs national average-18% (82% avg)
vs 2004 cars average-8% (72% avg)
vs FORD average-21% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2004 FORD GALAXY has 140,322 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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 2004 sits between the two at 64%.

How much does a 2004 FORD GALAXY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2295cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,597
Per month£216/mo

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202297%3933,627 mi
202184%2,86237,362 mi
202088%3,37238,272 mi
201987%4,57559,091 mi
201887%6,26085,958 mi
201787%8,62387,594 mi
201687%7,907101,278 mi
201578%4,825116,199 mi
201475%8,480116,745 mi
201375%7,456123,704 mi
201274%8,679124,488 mi
201173%8,397130,512 mi
201073%8,239134,101 mi
200973%7,511139,669 mi
200871%6,940144,781 mi
200770%6,821149,176 mi
200668%3,533147,772 mi
200565%2,979139,801 mi
200464%1,728140,322 mi
200365%1,350141,515 mi
200269%657136,801 mi
200166%424134,965 mi
200067%110147,374 mi
199964%174119,479 mi
199872%201145,838 mi
199767%130135,717 mi
199668%85131,370 mi

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About the 2004 FORD GALAXY

The 2004 FORD GALAXY is a large car with a 2295cc petrol engine. 1,728 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 2004 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 140,322 miles at 20 years old, FORD GALAXY owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2004 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 2004 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 64% 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 2004 FORD GALAXY

At 20 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 2004 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: