Ford Edge MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Edge. Check any Edge by registration number below.

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89.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.2%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Edge — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Edge has an average MOT pass rate of 89.1%, which is 5.2 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 83.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Edge is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Edge fails its MOT are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Edge for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Edge, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Edge performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 4,621 vehicles

89.4%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

10.4%

Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

2017

Based on 11,498 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

11.4%

Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

2016

Based on 6,561 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

12.4%

Top MOT Failures — Ford Edge

The most common reasons a Ford Edge fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.4%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.2%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.1%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.8%

A tyre seriously damaged

0.6%

Ford Edge Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

1.9%

Front Nearside

1.6%

Rear Offside

1.1%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

Ford Focus Active Edition MHEV

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Transit Courier

73.0% pass rate

Ford Cardinal Hearse

83.9% pass rate

Ford Transit Connect

87.7% pass rate

Ford Ka

69.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Edge

Ford Edge — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Edge MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Edge?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Edge is 89.1% compared to the Ford average of 83.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Edge?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Edge are: a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.4%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.2%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Edge reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 89.1%, the Ford Edge is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Edge?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Ford Edge?

Typical mileage for the Ford Edge: 67,681 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Edge to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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