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Ford Tourneo Custom Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Tourneo Custom reliable? We analysed 19,773 real MOT tests across 3,324 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 19,773 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.5%
Typical Mileage
52,674mi
Annual Mileage
11,439mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
11yrs

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

Ford Tourneo Custom Number Plates

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

Ford Tourneo Custom MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Tourneo Custom to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

97.1%
2025
94.6%
2024
87.1%
2022
81.3%
2021
86.3%
2020
85.1%
2019
84%
2018
84.8%
2017
80.9%
2016
77.9%
2015
80.7%
2014
82.9%
2013

Ford Tourneo Custom Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 184
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 80
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73

Ford Tourneo Custom Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,559 mi/yr
Typical
11,439 mi/yr
Average
16,964 mi/yr
Heavy usage
22,340 mi/yr

Ford Tourneo Custom MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Tourneo Custom year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2025 69 97.1% 423 4,207 23,769
2024 204 94.6% 2,920 13,580 31,797
2022 350 87.1% 23,323 37,888 55,561
2021 359 81.3% 20,348 38,428 63,668
2020 1,288 86.3% 25,772 51,180 95,521
2019 8,018 85.1% 32,187 52,716 89,378
2018 7,514 84.0% 31,856 51,720 83,088
2017 631 84.8% 36,526 58,886 96,660
2016 277 80.9% 41,858 62,706 117,256
2015 484 77.9% 56,546 106,074 184,874
2014 259 80.7% 65,522 130,112 208,566
2013 76 82.9% 76,346 123,038 166,998

How Long Does a Ford Tourneo Custom Last?

Based on 3,324 Ford Tourneo Custom vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.6 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
11 years

Ford Tourneo Custom Mileage Distribution

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

Median
52,674 mi
75th Percentile
89,446 mi
95th Percentile
194,681 mi
Max Recorded
768,197 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Tourneo Custom

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2025

97.1% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

Year to avoid
2015

77.9% MOT pass rate from 484 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Tourneo Custom is 2025, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.1% across 69 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.9% — 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 Custom Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Tourneo Custom THIS CAR 84.5% 19,773 52,674 mi 11 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 Nss 88.6% 27,723 16,016 mi 13 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Tourneo Custom?

The Ford Tourneo Custom has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.5% across 19,773 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 Custom 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 Custom owner drives around 11,439 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 Custom models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.

Ford Tourneo Custom — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Tourneo Custom reliable?
Based on 19,773 MOT tests, the Ford Tourneo Custom has a 84.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Tourneo Custom?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Tourneo Custom do per year?
The typical Ford Tourneo Custom does around 11,439 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Tourneo Custom last?
Most Ford Tourneo Custom models stay on UK roads for around 11 years based on our analysis of 3,324 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Tourneo Custom?
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.
What is the best year to buy a Ford Tourneo Custom?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Tourneo Custom is 2025 with a 97.1% pass rate across 69 tests.