2020 Ford Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A — MOT failures & pass rate
303 MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A are in this dataset, and 90.8% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 9.3%, so the 2020 Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.3%) and visibility (3.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, brake pads and registration plate lamp(s) — wipers alone was recorded 9 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 5.3% in the 0-30k band and 15.0% in the 60-90k band, a 9.7-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 17.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 4.5% of tests failed in 2023 against 9.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 10 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.0% | 9 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.0% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 9 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 3 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 6 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 5 | Joints | 4 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 3 |
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 | 17.5% | 53 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.2% | 43 |
| 3 | Visibility | 9.9% | 30 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.9% | 24 |
| 5 | Suspension | 5.9% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 6 |
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 | 113 | 5.3% |
| 30-60k | 142 | 10.6% |
| 60-90k | 40 | 15.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 89 | 4.5% |
| 2024 | 97 | 12.4% |
| 2025 | 102 | 9.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A
On a 2020 Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.3% 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.
- Visibility (3.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (3.0% 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 Tourneo Custom 320Ti X As pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 303 2020 Ford Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Ford Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by visibility (3.0%).
Does the 2020 Tourneo Custom 320Ti X A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.3% in the 0-30k band to 15.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 303 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.