Ford Tourneo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Tourneo reliable? We analysed 136,499 real MOT tests across 15,264 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Tourneo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Tourneo.
Ford Tourneo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Tourneo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Tourneo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Tourneo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Tourneo Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Tourneo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Tourneo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Tourneo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Tourneo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Tourneo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72 | 77.8% | 26,365 | 38,548 | 54,208 |
| 2020 | 838 | 86.4% | 15,761 | 25,340 | 42,710 |
| 2019 | 13,144 | 84.4% | 21,505 | 37,192 | 62,392 |
| 2018 | 18,932 | 83.6% | 35,862 | 59,544 | 101,683 |
| 2017 | 26,147 | 82.0% | 40,561 | 68,695 | 114,369 |
| 2016 | 15,611 | 80.5% | 48,048 | 84,381 | 142,186 |
| 2015 | 26,792 | 79.2% | 58,062 | 92,925 | 149,829 |
| 2014 | 19,986 | 78.5% | 53,614 | 88,134 | 143,190 |
| 2013 | 6,865 | 78.2% | 55,203 | 89,967 | 139,373 |
| 2012 | 317 | 76.7% | 36,441 | 85,824 | 150,698 |
| 2011 | 141 | 68.1% | 100,228 | 154,518 | 220,519 |
| 2010 | 181 | 69.6% | 87,925 | 167,056 | 228,404 |
| 2009 | 88 | 71.6% | 51,596 | 156,115 | 218,876 |
| 2008 | 205 | 69.3% | 64,658 | 99,047 | 154,673 |
| 2007 | 192 | 68.8% | 86,250 | 113,106 | 144,309 |
| 2006 | 90 | 70.0% | 78,484 | 143,545 | 218,367 |
| 2005 | 1,449 | 69.5% | 78,857 | 128,815 | 189,628 |
| 2004 | 3,851 | 68.4% | 79,950 | 125,462 | 183,615 |
| 2003 | 112 | 63.4% | 119,459 | 147,622 | 178,717 |
| 2002 | 107 | 67.3% | 71,926 | 110,109 | 160,437 |
How Long Does a Ford Tourneo Last?
Based on 15,264 Ford Tourneo vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Tourneo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Tourneo 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 Tourneo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.4% MOT pass rate from 838 tests
55.4% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Tourneo is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.4% across 838 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 55.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Tourneo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Tourneo THIS CAR | 80.3% | 136,499 | 75,975 mi | 22 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 R1200 | 93.4% | 133,237 | 20,606 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Tourneo outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford TourneoShould you buy a used Ford Tourneo?
The Ford Tourneo has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 136,499 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 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 Tourneo 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 Tourneo owner drives around 9,951 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.
In terms of longevity, most Ford Tourneo models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.