Ford Journey MOT Check

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

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71.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.6%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Ford Journey — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Journey has an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, which is 13.6 percentage points below the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Journey on the road.

The most common reasons a Ford Journey fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Journey 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 Journey, 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 Journey performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 45 vehicles

75.6%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

19.4%

Mileage at 3yr

134k mi

Mileage at 5yr

194k mi

2019

Based on 66 vehicles

68.2%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

11.8%

Retest Rate

32.4%

Mileage at 3yr

156k mi

Mileage at 5yr

261k mi

2018

Based on 216 vehicles

71.3%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

32.8%

Mileage at 5yr

197k mi

2017

Based on 147 vehicles

66.7%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

15.5%

Retest Rate

35.7%

Mileage at 5yr

219k mi

2016

Based on 57 vehicles

68.4%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

29.4%

0

Based on 288 vehicles

78.8%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 5yr

134k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Journey

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

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.1%

Ford Journey Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

6.7%

Front Offside Lower

4.4%

Offside

2.2%

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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

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93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% 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 Journey

Ford Journey — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Journey MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Journey?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Journey is 71.5% 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 Journey?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Journey are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Journey reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, the Ford Journey is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

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

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 Journey?

Typical mileage for the Ford Journey: 134,253 miles at 3 years, 193,864 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Journey to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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