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

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Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo reliable? We analysed 3,826 real MOT tests across 1,011 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,826 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.8%
Typical Mileage
26,377mi
Annual Mileage
5,287mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo 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 Turbo.

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo Number Plates

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Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

85.7%
2021
85.7%
2020
90.6%
2019

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 13
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12

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

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

Low usage
3,253 mi/yr
Typical
5,287 mi/yr
Average
6,199 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,114 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo 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 Turbo year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 154 85.7% 14,594 21,528 29,035
2020 3,560 85.7% 16,243 26,547 38,980
2019 53 90.6% 18,584 26,909 36,571

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo Last?

Based on 1,011 Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo Mileage Distribution

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

Median
26,377 mi
75th Percentile
38,811 mi
95th Percentile
54,118 mi
Max Recorded
113,067 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo

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

Best year
2019

90.6% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

Year to avoid
2020

85.7% MOT pass rate from 3,560 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.6% across 53 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.7% — 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 Turbo 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 Turbo THIS CAR 85.8% 3,826 26,377 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
Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Auto 76% 3,619 81,268 mi 21 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?

The Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 3,826 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 Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo 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 Turbo owner drives around 5,287 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 Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo reliable?
Based on 3,826 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo has a 85.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo does around 5,287 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo?
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 Turbo?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Edition Turbo is 2019 with a 90.6% pass rate across 53 tests.