Ford Edge Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Edge reliable? We analysed 61,808 real MOT tests across 8,369 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Edge is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Edge.
Ford Edge Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Edge. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Edge MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Edge to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Edge Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Edge models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Edge Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Edge owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Edge MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Edge year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 83 | 85.5% | 29,627 | 40,347 | 60,741 |
| 2018 | 10,504 | 86.9% | 28,520 | 41,304 | 58,098 |
| 2017 | 30,505 | 87.8% | 31,343 | 45,925 | 63,248 |
| 2016 | 19,659 | 87.2% | 33,523 | 48,727 | 67,517 |
| 2013 | 55 | 81.8% | 39,036 | 63,788 | 80,798 |
| 2012 | 62 | 79.0% | 25,584 | 66,902 | 93,360 |
| 2011 | 78 | 78.2% | 68,151 | 94,376 | 148,262 |
| 2010 | 50 | 70.0% | 68,726 | 84,979 | 119,798 |
| 2008 | 72 | 72.2% | 55,097 | 85,881 | 139,348 |
| 2007 | 88 | 68.2% | 79,489 | 98,242 | 128,801 |
How Long Does a Ford Edge Last?
Based on 8,369 Ford Edge vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Edge Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Edge MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Edge
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.8% MOT pass rate from 30,505 tests
68.2% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Edge is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 30,505 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Edge Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Edge THIS CAR | 87.3% | 61,808 | 46,251 mi | 10 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta | 72.8% | 33,753,820 | 57,529 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Focus | 73.8% | 28,316,889 | 72,500 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Transit | 68.7% | 16,371,688 | 100,614 mi | 37 yrs |
| Ldv 200 | 64.8% | 35,420 | 80,533 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Edge outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford EdgeShould you buy a used Ford Edge?
The Ford Edge has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.3% across 61,808 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Edge with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Ford Edge owner drives around 7,324 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ford Edge models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.