2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,733 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.8% | 466 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.9% | 286 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.7% | 260 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 129 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 51 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 25 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 579 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 340 |
| 3 | Washers | 107 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 87 |
| 5 | Side repeaters | 34 |
| 6 | Wipers | 34 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 17.9% | 1,745 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.8% | 560 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.8% | 467 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.5% | 436 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.2% | 117 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 72 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 7,060 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 2,437 | 9.4% |
| 60-90k | 215 | 10.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 9,618 | 7.3% |
| Hybrid | 115 | 6.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3,232 | 7.9% |
| 2024 | 3,222 | 6.8% |
| 2025 | 3,264 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Fiesta Turbo Mhev
Before buying a 2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (2.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (2.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhevs pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 9,733 2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Ford Fiesta Turbo Mhev?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by suspension (2.9%).
Does the 2020 Fiesta Turbo Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 10.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,733 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.