Ford Edge
From 15,363 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 285 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 285 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 213 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 159 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 138 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 92 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 89 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 86 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 74 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 60 |
| audible warning inoperative | 59 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 46.5% of failures are serious: 39.6% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 6.9% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £87.
Ford Edge on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 71 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 71.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 8,325 | 63 | +0 | -37 | -37 |
| 2025 Q2 | 8,361 | 64 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2025 Q1 | 8,385 | 57 | +0 | -0 | +11 |
| 2024 Q4 | 8,371 | 60 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2024 Q3 | 8,395 | 53 | +0 | -49 | -49 |
| 2024 Q2 | 8,448 | 49 | +0 | -0 | +29 |
| 2024 Q1 | 8,426 | 42 | +0 | -9 | -9 |
| 2023 Q4 | 8,435 | 42 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
10 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edge Sport Tdci Auto | Diesel | 2,182 | 26% |
| Edge Titanium Tdci Auto | Diesel | 1,898 | 23% |
| Edge Titanium Tdci | Diesel | 1,353 | 16% |
| Edge Sport Tdci | Diesel | 770 | 9% |
| Edge St-Line Ecoblue Auto | Diesel | 770 | 9% |
| Edge St-Line Auto | Diesel | 482 | 6% |
| Edge Vignale Tdci Auto | Diesel | 468 | 6% |
| Edge Vignale Ecoblue Auto | Diesel | 150 | 2% |
| Edge Zetec Tdci | Diesel | 129 | 2% |
| Edge St-Line | Diesel | 58 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 88.4% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 87.7% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 87.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Edges tested had between 44,177 and 75,946 miles on the clock.
At 57,891 median miles, the Edge has 0.021 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ford models
| Ford Fiesta | 72.9% |
| Ford Focus | 74.7% |
| Ford Transit | 70.4% |
| Ford Kuga | 82.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 73.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ford Edge MOT pass rate?
The Ford Edge has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 15,363 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Edge?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Edge is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 285 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Ford Edges are on UK roads?
There are 8,325 Ford Edges currently licensed on UK roads, with 63 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Edge at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Edge is 57,891 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 44,177 and 75,946 miles.
Buying a used Edge?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.