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Ford Focus Zetec Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Focus Zetec Auto reliable? We analysed 803 real MOT tests across 245 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 803 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.1%
Typical Mileage
73,722mi
Annual Mileage
5,381mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Focus Zetec Auto Number Plates

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

Ford Focus Zetec Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,271 mi/yr
Typical
5,381 mi/yr
Average
5,967 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,594 mi/yr

Ford Focus Zetec Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
73,722 mi
75th Percentile
96,885 mi
95th Percentile
137,599 mi
Max Recorded
326,916 mi

How Does the Ford Focus Zetec Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Focus Zetec Auto THIS CAR 82.1% 803 73,722 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
Fiat Marea SX 60.8% 554 75,688 mi 29 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus Zetec Auto?

The Ford Focus Zetec Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.1% across 803 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Focus Zetec Auto owner drives around 5,381 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 Zetec Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus Zetec Auto reliable?
Based on 803 MOT tests, the Ford Focus Zetec Auto has a 82.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus Zetec Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Focus Zetec Auto do per year?
The typical Ford Focus Zetec Auto does around 5,381 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus Zetec Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus Zetec Auto?
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.