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Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto reliable? We analysed 1,186 real MOT tests across 316 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,186 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.9%
Typical Mileage
16,381mi
Annual Mileage
4,018mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto.

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Number Plates

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Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.4%
2021
87.8%
2020

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
Road wheel fractured 6
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,085 mi/yr
Typical
4,018 mi/yr
Average
4,874 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,752 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 262 87.4% 10,884 17,596 26,709
2020 900 87.8% 9,596 16,066 24,440

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Last?

Based on 316 Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
16,381 mi
75th Percentile
25,064 mi
95th Percentile
46,960 mi
Max Recorded
145,606 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

87.8% MOT pass rate from 900 tests

Year to avoid
2021

87.4% MOT pass rate from 262 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 900 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto THIS CAR 87.9% 1,186 16,381 mi — 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
Fiat Panda Active Eco 80.4% 1,143 54,524 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto?

The Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 1,186 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 has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto 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 Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto owner drives around 4,018 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.

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.

Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto reliable?
Based on 1,186 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto has a 87.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto does around 4,018 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X ED Turbo Auto is 2020 with a 87.8% pass rate across 900 tests.