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Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Focus Titanium TDCI reliable? We analysed 4,709 real MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,709 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.9%
Typical Mileage
83,706mi
Annual Mileage
8,611mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Number Plates

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

Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ford Focus Titanium TDCI fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4 mm 1

Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,015 mi/yr
Typical
8,611 mi/yr
Average
9,423 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,001 mi/yr

Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
83,706 mi
75th Percentile
115,169 mi
95th Percentile
160,542 mi
Max Recorded
1,541,210 mi

How Does the Ford Focus Titanium TDCI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Focus Titanium TDCI THIS CAR 87.9% 4,709 83,706 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
BMW X5 Sport D Auto 63.4% 2,776 147,651 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus Titanium TDCI?

The Ford Focus Titanium TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 4,709 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4 mm with 1 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Titanium TDCI 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 Titanium TDCI owner drives around 8,611 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 Titanium TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus Titanium TDCI reliable?
Based on 4,709 MOT tests, the Ford Focus Titanium TDCI has a 87.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus Titanium TDCI?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4 mm.
How many miles does a Ford Focus Titanium TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Focus Titanium TDCI does around 8,611 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus Titanium TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus Titanium TDCI?
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.