Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 38 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol999cc5 years old38 tests11k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Ford brand average of 85%.

95% of MOT tests on Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV As from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 38 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 10,548 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models1031st of 3,336(top half)

Rank among Ford models200th of 1,136(top 18%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+3%(92% avg)

vs Ford average+10%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

10,548

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A had 10,548 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is significantly below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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About the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A

The 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A is a city car. Our records list a 999cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 38 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 10,548 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc 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 £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A

At 5 years old, the Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 38 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A(2021)	95%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
MINI Cooper(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A

Is the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV As ended in a pass, from 38 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A?

95% of 38 MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1031st of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top half).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T MHEV A is 10,548 miles, which is significantly below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.