Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto car check
Is the Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 190 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto.
Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 181 | 87.8% | 13,548 | 19,761 | 28,938 |
How Long Does a Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Last?
Based on 178 Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.8% MOT pass rate from 181 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 181 tests.
How Does the Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto THIS CAR | 87.9% | 190 | 18,760 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 |
| Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto | 95.2% | 147 | 2,604 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford Focus Active X MHEV AutoShould you buy a used Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto?
The Ford Focus Active X MHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 190 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 Focus Active X MHEV Auto 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.