Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev
From 7,035 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhevs fare better: 2021 models pass at 86.6% vs 88.7% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 193 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 tyre seriously damaged | 193 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 83 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 41 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 36 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 34 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 30 |
| a wheel badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mounting | 22 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 16 |
| 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 | 11 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 10 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 61.3% of Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 2.1% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £72.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.6% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 88.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhevs tested had between 12,958 and 29,772 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,773 median miles, the Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev has 0.064 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 Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev MOT pass rate?
The Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 7,035 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 193 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev is 19,773 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,958 and 29,772 miles.
Buying a used Fiesta Stline X Edition T Mhev?
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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