Ford Fiesta Turbo
From 232 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer and emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 4 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 | 4 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 3 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 1 |
| parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 19% of Fiesta Turbo failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.3% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £137.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fiesta Turbos tested had between 22,195 and 49,084 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,998 median miles, the Fiesta Turbo has 0.037 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 Turbo MOT pass rate?
The Ford Fiesta Turbo has a 87.9% MOT pass rate based on 232 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Fiesta Turbo?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Fiesta Turbo is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Fiesta Turbo at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Fiesta Turbo is 32,998 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,195 and 49,084 miles.
Buying a used Fiesta Turbo?
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.
Some links are to services we may earn from. Disclosure.
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.