2018 Ford Edge — MOT failures & pass rate
9,084 MOT tests on the 2018 Ford Edge are in this dataset, and 89.7% of them passed. Large SUVs of a similar age fail at 10.3%, so the 2018 Edge sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.2%) and lighting & signalling (4.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, tread depth and brake pads — headlamp aim alone was recorded 311 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 8.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 18.9% once past 90-120k — 2.3× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 22.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 8.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 12.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.2% | 383 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 4.0% | 361 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.0% | 275 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 250 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 75 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 37 |
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 | 311 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 295 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 277 |
| 4 | Wipers | 174 |
| 5 | Washers | 96 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 52 |
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 | 22.1% | 2,008 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.1% | 1,827 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.9% | 626 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 203 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.1% | 193 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 162 |
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 | 2,660 | 8.4% |
| 30-60k | 4,567 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 1,630 | 14.0% |
| 90-120k | 212 | 18.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,870 | 8.6% |
| 2022 | 1,780 | 8.6% |
| 2023 | 1,817 | 10.9% |
| 2024 | 1,803 | 11.3% |
| 2025 | 1,814 | 12.1% |
What to check before buying a 2018 Edge
On a 2018 Edge, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.2% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (4.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.0% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2018 Ford Edges pass their MOT?
89.7% of the 9,084 2018 Ford Edge MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Ford Edge?
Tyres, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (4.0%).
Does the 2018 Edge get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.4% in the 0-30k band to 18.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,084 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.