Ford F150
From 1,491 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 an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 36 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 36 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 35 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 30 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 26 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 26 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 18 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 18 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 15 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 15 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 33.8% of F150 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £81.
Ford F150 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 24 newly registered in the past year with 9 leaving, a net gain of 15. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 196 | 76 | +3 | -0 | +3 |
| 2025 Q2 | 193 | 76 | +4 | -0 | +4 |
| 2025 Q1 | 178 | 87 | +8 | -0 | +11 |
| 2024 Q4 | 168 | 86 | +9 | -9 | +0 |
| 2024 Q3 | 177 | 77 | +1 | -1 | +0 |
| 2024 Q2 | 178 | 76 | +3 | -0 | +6 |
| 2024 Q1 | 171 | 77 | +1 | -10 | -9 |
| 2023 Q4 | 178 | 79 | +1 | -0 | +2 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| F150 4Wd | Petrol | 70 | 54% |
| F150 2Wd | Gas | 60 | 46% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 76.6% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2003 | 82.4% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value |
Typical mileage
Half of all F150s tested had between 65,808 and 128,983 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 87,102 median miles, the F150 has 0.018 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 F150 MOT pass rate?
The Ford F150 has a 84.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,491 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford F150?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford F150 is an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 36 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Ford F150s are on UK roads?
There are 196 Ford F150s currently licensed on UK roads, with 76 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford F150 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford F150 is 87,102 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 65,808 and 128,983 miles.
Buying a used F150?
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.
With a 84.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £81 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.