2020 Ford Focus X Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,349 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Ford Focus X Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.2% in the 60-90k group versus 5.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 86 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.9% | 44 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 42 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.8% | 19 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 12 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 34 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 27 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 24 |
| 5 | Washers | 16 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 10 |
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 | 20.3% | 477 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.0% | 447 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.7% | 133 |
| 4 | Steering | 1.5% | 36 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.4% | 32 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 1.0% | 23 |
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 | 1,395 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 872 | 8.9% |
| 60-90k | 76 | 13.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,316 | 7.0% |
| Hybrid | 33 | 3.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 768 | 6.3% |
| 2024 | 774 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 804 | 7.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Focus X Mhev
Before buying a 2020 Ford Focus X Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.7% 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.
- Brakes (1.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 Focus X Mhevs pass their MOT?
93.1% of the 2,349 2020 Ford Focus X Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Ford Focus X Mhev?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by brakes (1.9%).
Does the 2020 Focus X Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 13.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,349 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.