Ford Fiesta MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

11.5%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Ford Fiesta vehicles
Based on 205,104 MOT tests
16.5pp below the UK average (28%)

Ford Fiesta shows good reliability at this age, with a 11.5% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Ford Fiesta are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 2.4%
Tyres 1.5%
Visibility 0.7%
Brakes 0.4%
Suspension 0.1%
Body & Chassis 0.1%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Ford Fiesta MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.5% 205,104 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 15.8% 1,101,178 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 30.3% 2,374,781 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 41.7% 1,698,915 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 45.6% 666,120 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Ford Fiesta reliable?

Yes. Based on 205,104 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Ford Fiesta vehicles have a 11.5% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Ford Fiesta?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 2.4% failure risk
  • Tyres — 1.5% failure risk
  • Visibility — 0.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Ford Fiesta for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Ford Fiesta, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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