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

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Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A reliable? We analysed 241 real MOT tests across 215 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 241 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.6%
Typical Mileage
11,400mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A 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 Turbo MHEV A.

Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A Number Plates

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

Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89.3%
2023

Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2

Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 225 89.3% 7,412 11,933 19,897

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A Last?

Based on 215 Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
11,400 mi
75th Percentile
19,743 mi
95th Percentile
38,519 mi
Max Recorded
51,967 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A

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

Best year
2023

89.3% MOT pass rate from 225 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 225 tests.

How Does the Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A 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 Turbo MHEV A THIS CAR 89.6% 241 11,400 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
Volkswagen Caddy C20 Commerce TSI 85.7% 272 31,980 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A?

The Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% across 241 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 Turbo MHEV A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

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 Turbo MHEV A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A reliable?
Based on 241 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A has a 89.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A?
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 Turbo MHEV A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Active X Turbo MHEV A is 2023 with a 89.3% pass rate across 225 tests.