Ford MOT Failure Rates
MOT failure rates for 23 Ford models, ranked from highest to lowest failure rate. Data from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million UK MOT tests.
Ford MOT Reliability Overview
Across 23 models with sufficient test data, Ford vehicles have an average MOT failure rate of 25.0%. This puts Ford below the UK national average of 28%, suggesting above-average reliability across the range.
The most reliable Ford model for MOT is the Ford Puma with a 10.7% failure rate. The highest failure rate belongs to the Ford Maverick at 42.1%.
These figures are calculated from real DVSA MOT test records and represent weighted averages across all vehicle ages and mileage bands. Only models with 100 or more test records are included to ensure statistical reliability.
Which Ford Models Fail MOT Most?
| Model | Failure Rate | Total Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Maverick | 42.1% | 2,460 |
| Ford Galaxy | 35.8% | 289,948 |
| Ford Transit | 34.3% | 3,984,543 |
| Ford S-Max | 33.1% | 337,037 |
| Ford Mondeo | 32.4% | 936,999 |
| Ford Fiesta | 31.9% | 6,046,098 |
| Ford KA | 31.5% | 820,115 |
| Ford Explorer | 31.3% | 2,786 |
| Ford Focus | 30.8% | 4,165,307 |
| Ford C-Max | 28.2% | 495,487 |
| Ford Ranger | 26.5% | 477,770 |
| Ford Escort | 24.9% | 53,956 |
| Ford B-Max | 24.8% | 219,760 |
| Ford Orion | 22.9% | 1,863 |
| Ford Tourneo | 21.2% | 141,951 |
| Ford Capri | 19.3% | 11,621 |
| Ford Kuga | 18.7% | 1,161,082 |
| Ford Ecosport | 18.4% | 399,313 |
| Ford Sierra | 14.8% | 14,877 |
| Ford Mustang | 14.1% | 59,411 |
| Ford Cortina | 13.9% | 3,648 |
| Ford Edge | 13.2% | 41,671 |
| Ford Puma | 10.7% | 115,289 |
How we calculate failure rates: Rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for each model. Only models with 100+ test records are shown. Data sourced from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million tests.
Ford MOT FAQs
Are Ford cars reliable for MOT?
Ford has 23 models in our database. Overall, Ford vehicles perform well in MOT tests with an average failure rate below the national average of 28%. Click on any model above to see a detailed component-level breakdown.
Which Ford model is best for MOT?
The Ford Puma has the lowest MOT failure rate at 10.7%, making it the most reliable Ford model in our dataset. See full Ford Puma MOT data.
Which Ford model fails MOT most?
The Ford Maverick has the highest failure rate at 42.1%. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad car — higher failure rates often correlate with older average vehicle age. See full Ford Maverick MOT data.
How can I predict if my Ford will pass its MOT?
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