Ford Fiesta Trend MOT Failures
An analysis of 11,003 real DVSA MOT tests on the Ford Fiesta Trend — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Ford Fiesta Trend fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Ford Fiesta Trend is abs fault — this model is 9.7 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 11,003 MOT tests, 9.02% of all Ford Fiesta Trend tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
The failures span 2 categories: Suspension, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Ford Fiesta Trend before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
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What to check before buying a Ford Fiesta Trend
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Ford Fiesta Trend:
Suspension — check for abs fault. Lights & Electrics — check for headlight fault.
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Ford Fiesta Trend MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Fiesta Trend?
Based on 11,003 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is abs fault — at 10x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include headlight fault.
Is the Ford Fiesta Trend reliable based on MOT data?
The Ford Fiesta Trend has 2 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is abs fault. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include abs fault, headlight fault.
How do I check a Ford Fiesta Trend's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.