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Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo reliable? We analysed 7,592 real MOT tests across 1,922 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 7,592 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.3%
Typical Mileage
28,054mi
Annual Mileage
6,366mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta St-line 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 St-line X Edition Turbo.

Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Number Plates

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Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

85.4%
2020
82.5%
2019

Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Fiesta St-line 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 172
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 25

Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Fiesta St-line 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
3,998 mi/yr
Typical
6,366 mi/yr
Average
7,232 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,481 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta St-line 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 St-line X Edition Turbo year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 7,228 85.4% 18,826 27,860 38,978
2019 212 82.5% 18,770 28,418 41,835

How Long Does a Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Last?

Based on 1,922 Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
5.0 years

Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fiesta St-line 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
28,054 mi
75th Percentile
39,342 mi
95th Percentile
58,936 mi
Max Recorded
126,792 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo

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

Best year
2020

85.4% MOT pass rate from 7,228 tests

Year to avoid
2019

82.5% MOT pass rate from 212 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.4% across 7,228 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.5% — 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 St-line 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 St-line X Edition Turbo THIS CAR 85.3% 7,592 28,054 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
Isuzu Nkr 69.8% 12,716 97,178 mi 28 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo?

The Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 7,592 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 St-line 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 St-line X Edition Turbo owner drives around 6,366 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 St-line X Edition Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo reliable?
Based on 7,592 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo has a 85.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo does around 6,366 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta St-line 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 St-line X Edition Turbo?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Fiesta St-line X Edition Turbo is 2020 with a 85.4% pass rate across 7,228 tests.