Ford Focus Ghia Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Focus Ghia reliable? We analysed 1,204 real MOT tests across 445 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Focus Ghia is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear, fog lamp not working and constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Focus Ghia.
Ford Focus Ghia Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Focus Ghia. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Focus Ghia Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Focus Ghia fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Focus Ghia Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Focus Ghia models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Focus Ghia Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Focus Ghia owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Focus Ghia Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Focus Ghia MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Ford Focus Ghia Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus Ghia THIS CAR | 72.9% | 1,204 | 100,396 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 |
| Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s Auto | 78.4% | 458 | 52,364 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Focus Ghia sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ford Focus Ghia has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 1,204 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ford Focus Ghia are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear (2 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (1), and constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 Ghia 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 Ghia owner drives around 4,940 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.