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Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo. Check any Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo by registration number below.

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88.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.8%

vs Ford Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo has an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, which is 3.8 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo 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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo, 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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 73 vehicles

89.0%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

12.3%

Mileage at 3yr

30k mi

2020

Based on 2,326 vehicles

88.4%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

10.6%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2019

Based on 30 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Retest Rate

10.5%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

0

Based on 1,116 vehicles

88.4%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo

The most common reasons a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

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

2.2%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.0%
3

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

0.8%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

0.7%
Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

5.5%

Nearside

4.1%

Front Offside

4.1%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

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75.7% pass rate

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95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo is 88.9% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. 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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
The most common MOT failures on the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.2%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.0%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (0.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo 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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
Typical mileage for the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo: 30,182 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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