Ford F150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford F150 reliable? We analysed 16,119 real MOT tests across 1,724 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford F150 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, direction indicator incorrect colour and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford F150.
Ford F150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford F150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford F150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford F150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford F150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford F150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford F150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford F150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford F150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford F150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 87 | 90.8% | 18,966 | 33,864 | 49,560 |
| 2018 | 211 | 88.6% | 22,973 | 38,202 | 71,452 |
| 2017 | 250 | 85.6% | 26,644 | 40,463 | 66,638 |
| 2016 | 277 | 87.0% | 37,590 | 60,169 | 94,058 |
| 2015 | 277 | 83.8% | 24,824 | 45,723 | 76,656 |
| 2014 | 279 | 85.7% | 35,114 | 57,980 | 79,388 |
| 2013 | 350 | 84.3% | 33,585 | 57,976 | 95,720 |
| 2012 | 195 | 82.1% | 33,921 | 57,919 | 103,816 |
| 2011 | 255 | 82.7% | 44,309 | 80,330 | 109,160 |
| 2010 | 333 | 84.1% | 56,388 | 96,241 | 138,065 |
| 2009 | 206 | 83.5% | 57,160 | 103,207 | 149,510 |
| 2008 | 319 | 81.8% | 39,519 | 63,791 | 104,524 |
| 2007 | 407 | 79.9% | 41,970 | 65,256 | 117,974 |
| 2006 | 558 | 78.7% | 36,205 | 67,356 | 111,666 |
| 2005 | 799 | 78.7% | 44,583 | 71,486 | 110,354 |
| 2004 | 1,719 | 81.3% | 35,417 | 64,213 | 106,011 |
| 2003 | 2,315 | 81.3% | 40,401 | 64,765 | 97,567 |
| 2002 | 1,496 | 82.5% | 49,985 | 75,381 | 115,896 |
| 2001 | 1,267 | 79.9% | 59,912 | 84,462 | 127,796 |
| 2000 | 1,227 | 78.5% | 64,552 | 92,092 | 128,459 |
How Long Does a Ford F150 Last?
Based on 1,724 Ford F150 vehicles on UK roads.
Ford F150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford F150 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 F150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.8% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
68.6% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford F150 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 87 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford F150 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F150 THIS CAR | 80.8% | 16,119 | 75,465 mi | 33 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 |
| Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s | 82.8% | 4,844 | 27,820 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford F150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford F150Should you buy a used Ford F150?
The Ford F150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 16,119 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Ford F150 are fog lamp not working (320 recorded failures), direction indicator incorrect colour (224), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (210). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ford F150 owner drives around 2,854 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 F150 models stay on UK roads for around 33 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.