Ford Tourneo Custom MOT Check

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

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89.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.9%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Tourneo Custom — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Tourneo Custom has an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, which is 5.9 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 83.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tourneo Custom is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Tourneo Custom fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Tourneo Custom 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 Tourneo Custom, 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 Tourneo Custom performs at MOT across different model years.

2024

Based on 140 vehicles

99.3%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.7%

2020

Based on 580 vehicles

86.4%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

10.4%

Mileage at 3yr

100k mi

Mileage at 5yr

119k mi

2019

Based on 3,312 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.2%

Mileage at 3yr

144k mi

Mileage at 5yr

125k mi

2018

Based on 2,784 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

Ford average: 83.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

12.4%

Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Tourneo Custom

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

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.5%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.4%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.2%

A tyre seriously damaged

1.1%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.0%

Ford Tourneo Custom Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front

2.9%

Front Offside

0.7%

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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 Tourneo Custom

Ford Tourneo Custom — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Tourneo Custom MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Tourneo Custom?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Tourneo Custom is 89.8% 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 Tourneo Custom?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Tourneo Custom are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.5%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.4%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Tourneo Custom reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, the Ford Tourneo Custom 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 Tourneo Custom?

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 Tourneo Custom?

Typical mileage for the Ford Tourneo Custom: 100,185 miles at 3 years, 119,158 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tourneo Custom to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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