FORD FIESTA (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 124,950 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
124,950
Avg Mileage
34,738 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 FORD FIESTA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 5 years old, 91% of FORD FIESTAs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 124,950 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 34,738 miles.
How does the 2019 FORD FIESTA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 FORD FIESTA has 34,738 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a FORD FIESTA?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2019 sits between the two at 91%.
How much does a 2019 FORD FIESTA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD FIESTA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93% | 404 | 18,726 mi |
| 2021 | 94% | 6,234 | 22,177 mi |
| 2020 | 91% | 34,173 | 29,611 mi |
| 2019 | 91% | 124,950 | 34,738 mi |
| 2018 | 90% | 157,746 | 42,265 mi |
| 2017 | 85% | 154,616 | 48,995 mi |
| 2016 | 81% | 205,128 | 56,940 mi |
| 2015 | 81% | 225,575 | 63,696 mi |
| 2014 | 79% | 224,536 | 71,010 mi |
| 2013 | 77% | 211,536 | 77,629 mi |
| 2012 | 75% | 185,847 | 83,104 mi |
| 2011 | 75% | 161,778 | 90,389 mi |
| 2010 | 73% | 165,879 | 95,140 mi |
| 2009 | 72% | 180,029 | 96,775 mi |
| 2008 | 72% | 109,443 | 95,143 mi |
| 2007 | 72% | 99,442 | 96,164 mi |
| 2006 | 70% | 81,463 | 97,129 mi |
| 2005 | 70% | 48,429 | 97,715 mi |
| 2004 | 71% | 39,183 | 97,910 mi |
| 2003 | 71% | 29,898 | 96,816 mi |
| 2002 | 70% | 14,118 | 88,471 mi |
| 2001 | 68% | 4,970 | 72,535 mi |
| 2000 | 67% | 2,809 | 71,739 mi |
| 1999 | 67% | 4,854 | 66,066 mi |
| 1998 | 65% | 4,382 | 56,318 mi |
| 1997 | 66% | 1,926 | 57,252 mi |
| 1996 | 71% | 1,061 | 51,823 mi |
| 1995 | 74% | 859 | 53,478 mi |
| 1994 | 77% | 616 | 50,884 mi |
| 1993 | 69% | 565 | 50,329 mi |
| 1992 | 76% | 545 | 53,988 mi |
| 1991 | 84% | 854 | 51,137 mi |
| 1990 | 83% | 479 | 53,299 mi |
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About the 2019 FORD FIESTA
The 2019 FORD FIESTA is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 124,950 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 34,738 miles at 5 years old, FORD FIESTA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 FORD FIESTA Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 FORD FIESTA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD FIESTA Reliability Trend
Newer FORD FIESTAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 FORD FIESTA
At 5 years old, the FORD FIESTA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 124,950 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2019 FORD FIESTA
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-5%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-9%) from 90,285 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 89,653 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2017) 84% pass rate (-7%) from 80,360 tests