Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Focus ST Ecoblue reliable? We analysed 4,007 real MOT tests across 1,007 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Focus ST Ecoblue is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Focus ST Ecoblue.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Focus ST Ecoblue. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Focus ST Ecoblue to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Focus ST Ecoblue models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Focus ST Ecoblue owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Focus ST Ecoblue year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 109 | 88.1% | 25,135 | 33,564 | 43,743 |
| 2021 | 512 | 87.5% | 25,471 | 32,534 | 43,403 |
| 2020 | 2,154 | 85.5% | 24,802 | 34,854 | 47,087 |
| 2019 | 1,130 | 84.4% | 25,625 | 36,848 | 50,447 |
How Long Does a Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Last?
Based on 1,007 Ford Focus ST Ecoblue vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Focus ST Ecoblue Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Focus ST Ecoblue 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 ST Ecoblue
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.1% MOT pass rate from 109 tests
84.4% MOT pass rate from 1,130 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Focus ST Ecoblue is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.1% across 109 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.4% — 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 ST Ecoblue Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus ST Ecoblue THIS CAR | 85.5% | 4,007 | 35,298 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 |
| Honda CRF450 X | 83.5% | 4,404 | 884 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Focus ST Ecoblue outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ford Focus ST Ecoblue has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.5% across 4,007 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 ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Focus ST Ecoblue 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 ST Ecoblue owner drives around 8,710 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.