47 Model Years Analyzed
Ford Fiesta
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1976-2022), based on 1,761,561 DVSA recorded tests.
78.7%
Average Pass Rate
47
Model Years
1762k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2015 Ford Fiesta MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
378 tests
23,397 tests
80,873 tests
103,231 tests
105,411 tests
141,918 tests
155,848 tests
154,041 tests
146,392 tests
132,154 tests
115,051 tests
119,950 tests
130,567 tests
83,114 tests
77,616 tests
65,497 tests
39,576 tests
32,838 tests
24,981 tests
12,149 tests
4,470 tests
2,559 tests
2,642 tests
2,128 tests
971 tests
507 tests
370 tests
286 tests
192 tests
208 tests
368 tests
202 tests
293 tests
398 tests
233 tests
132 tests
105 tests
74 tests
220 tests
110 tests
53 tests
26 tests
10 tests
10 tests
8 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- 4A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 5Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Ford Fiesta?
The Ford Fiesta has an average 78.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1976 to 2022, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Fiesta?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Ford Fiesta across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Ford Fiesta year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Ford Fiesta model years.