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Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV reliable? We analysed 3,952 real MOT tests across 1,668 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,952 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
20,384mi
Annual Mileage
5,266mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV 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 Edition T MHEV.

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.4%
2023
93.3%
2022
89.9%
2021
88.9%
2020

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV 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 13
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 10
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,132 mi/yr
Typical
5,266 mi/yr
Average
6,199 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,193 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 302 91.4% 10,097 15,295 23,312
2022 343 93.3% 11,786 17,235 25,425
2021 1,572 89.9% 14,118 20,524 29,113
2020 1,645 88.9% 14,358 21,517 31,100

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Last?

Based on 1,668 Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,384 mi
75th Percentile
29,736 mi
95th Percentile
48,738 mi
Max Recorded
170,415 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV

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

Best year
2022

93.3% MOT pass rate from 343 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.9% MOT pass rate from 1,645 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.3% across 343 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — 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 Edition T MHEV 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 Edition T MHEV THIS CAR 89.8% 3,952 20,384 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
Harley Davidson Fxdli 89.9% 2,353 13,504 mi 22 yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV?

The Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 3,952 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 Edition T MHEV 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 Edition T MHEV owner drives around 5,266 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 Edition T MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV reliable?
Based on 3,952 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV does around 5,266 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV?
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 Edition T MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV is 2022 with a 93.3% pass rate across 343 tests.