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Ford Focus Active X Vignale Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Focus Active X Vignale reliable? We analysed 1,489 real MOT tests across 574 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,489 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.2%
Typical Mileage
24,950mi
Annual Mileage
6,121mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Focus Active X Vignale 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 Vignale.

Ford Focus Active X Vignale Number Plates

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

Ford Focus Active X Vignale MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88.9%
2022
90.3%
2021
92.2%
2020

Ford Focus Active X Vignale Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3

Ford Focus Active X Vignale Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Focus Active X Vignale 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
6,121 mi/yr
Average
7,080 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,439 mi/yr

Ford Focus Active X Vignale MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 325 88.9% 15,281 22,664 30,073
2021 238 90.3% 19,882 27,166 37,172
2020 862 92.2% 17,162 25,054 34,008

How Long Does a Ford Focus Active X Vignale Last?

Based on 574 Ford Focus Active X Vignale vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Ford Focus Active X Vignale Mileage Distribution

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

Median
24,950 mi
75th Percentile
33,846 mi
95th Percentile
50,732 mi
Max Recorded
116,262 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Focus Active X Vignale

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

Best year
2020

92.2% MOT pass rate from 862 tests

Year to avoid
2022

88.9% MOT pass rate from 325 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Focus Active X Vignale is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.2% across 862 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ford Focus Active X Vignale 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 Vignale THIS CAR 91.2% 1,489 24,950 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
Yamaha Aerox R 81.8% 1,471 6,852 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus Active X Vignale?

The Ford Focus Active X Vignale has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 1,489 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 Focus Active X Vignale 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 Focus Active X Vignale owner drives around 6,121 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 Focus Active X Vignale — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus Active X Vignale reliable?
Based on 1,489 MOT tests, the Ford Focus Active X Vignale has a 91.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus Active X Vignale?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Focus Active X Vignale do per year?
The typical Ford Focus Active X Vignale does around 6,121 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus Active X Vignale last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus Active X Vignale?
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 Focus Active X Vignale?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Focus Active X Vignale is 2020 with a 92.2% pass rate across 862 tests.