2015 Ford Galaxy 2.0L Diesel · FX64 AXU
2015 Ford Galaxy (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Jan 2015. Recorded mileage 80,609 miles. MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD GALAXY
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,609 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FX64 AXU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2025
- 80,609 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX64 AXU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Ford Galaxy (FX64 AXU) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
FX64 AXU Mileage History
- 20/12/202261,718 mi
- 21/12/202370,228 mi+8,510 mi
- 21/12/202370,228 mi
- 18/12/202475,550 mi+5,322 mi
- 12/12/202580,609 mi+5,059 mi
Average of roughly 6,342 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2015 Ford Galaxy diesel with caution and budget for minor but recurring defects. The MOT history shows a 2023 failure and several advisories that suggest inconsistent maintenance of consumables and lights.
When viewing this Galaxy, ask for full service history to confirm the timing belt and diesel emissions components have been maintained, as no model aggregate data is available to indicate typical patterns. Use the 2023 failure (exposed tyre cords, high headlamp aim, stop lamp failure) as leverage to negotiate, as these suggest the car was not always kept to a safe standard. Check that the 2025 advisories — rear tyre cracking, oil leak, and inoperative plate lamp — have been addressed since the test or factor the cost into your offer.
As a 2.0-litre diesel MPV first registered in January 2015, this Galaxy will likely fall into a higher VED band for diesel and carry a mid-range insurance group typical of seven-seaters. Fuel economy should be decent for the size, but the noted oil leak and tyre wear advisories hint at above-average consumable costs. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance, and maintenance is around £1,200-£1,500 given its age and recorded defects.
Inspect the nearside and offside rear tyres closely for the cracking or perishing flagged at the 2025 MOT, and confirm the 2023 exposed-cord failure has not recurred. Check both registration plate lamps and stop lamps, as these have failed or been insecure across multiple tests in 2023 and 2024. Look under the engine for the oil leak noted in December 2025 and verify the windscreen damage has not spread into the driver's view area.
This blue 2015 Ford Galaxy 2.0 diesel (FX64AXU) has covered 80,609 miles as of its December 2025 MOT, which is reasonable for an 11-year-old family MPV. The record shows one MOT failure in December 2023 for serious tyre and lighting faults, followed by passes with advisories each year since. Recurring issues include rear tyre perishing, number plate lamp faults, and a minor oil leak noted in 2025, indicating the car is usable but needs ongoing attention.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Ford Galaxy, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history.
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- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) WearSerious
Like the S-Max, the Galaxy heavy body accelerates DMF wear especially on cars used for family hauling or towing. Symptoms include rattling at idle that stops when the clutch is pressed, vibration through the pedals and judder on pull-away.
- DPF Clogging on Urban ModelsModerate
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