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Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV reliable? We analysed 675 real MOT tests across 367 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 675 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.0%
Typical Mileage
43,425mi
Annual Mileage
9,942mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo 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 Sport Turbo MHEV.

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

Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.5%
2022
87.5%
2021

Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,985 mi/yr
Typical
9,942 mi/yr
Average
11,292 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,085 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 313 87.5% 28,549 41,329 56,348
2021 303 87.5% 28,890 44,521 65,132

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV Last?

Based on 367 Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV Mileage Distribution

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

Median
43,425 mi
75th Percentile
59,828 mi
95th Percentile
101,801 mi
Max Recorded
152,052 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV

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

Best year
2021

87.5% MOT pass rate from 303 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 303 tests.

How Does the Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo 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 Sport Turbo MHEV THIS CAR 88.0% 675 43,425 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
Toyota Yaris Ion 81.6% 738 83,534 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV?

The Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 675 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 Sport Turbo 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 Sport Turbo MHEV owner drives around 9,942 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 Sport Turbo MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV reliable?
Based on 675 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV has a 88.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV does around 9,942 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo 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 Sport Turbo MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta Sport Turbo MHEV is 2021 with a 87.5% pass rate across 303 tests.