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Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 reliable? We analysed 450 real MOT tests across 168 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 450 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.4%
Typical Mileage
137,616mi
Annual Mileage
5,597mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Focus LX TDCI 90.

Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Focus LX TDCI 90. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,350 mi/yr
Typical
5,597 mi/yr
Average
6,596 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,252 mi/yr

Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
137,616 mi
75th Percentile
157,851 mi
95th Percentile
192,172 mi
Max Recorded
2,130,352 mi

How Does the Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 THIS CAR 74.4% 450 137,616 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
Volvo V60 C-country B4 MHEV AWD Auto 90.1% 736 36,452 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus LX TDCI 90?

The Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 450 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 owner drives around 5,597 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 LX TDCI 90 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 reliable?
Based on 450 MOT tests, the Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 has a 74.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus LX TDCI 90?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 do per year?
The typical Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 does around 5,597 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus LX TDCI 90 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus LX TDCI 90?
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.