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Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev MOT Check

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

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91.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.5%

vs Ford Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev has an average MOT pass rate of 91.7%, which is 6.5 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Focus Active Edition Mhev is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Focus Active Edition Mhev 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 Focus Active Edition Mhev, 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 Focus Active Edition Mhev performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 1,795 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

2020

Based on 1,009 vehicles

91.5%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

6.9%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

0

Based on 540 vehicles

90.4%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Mileage at 5yr

24k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

The most common reasons a Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.4%
2

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.2%
3

A tyre seriously damaged

0.9%
4

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.9%
5

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

0.7%
Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

2.8%

Front Offside

1.8%

Rear Nearside

0.9%

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

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89.9% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

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96.1% pass rate

Ford Kuga

98.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev is 91.7% 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 Focus Active Edition Mhev?
The most common MOT failures on the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.4%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.2%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.7%, the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev 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 Focus Active Edition Mhev?
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 Focus Active Edition Mhev?
Typical mileage for the Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev: 38,408 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Focus Active Edition Mhev to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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