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FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 372 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

372

Avg Mileage

17,932 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 4 years old, 90% of FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 372 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,932 miles.

How does the 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars1829th out of 2,596(top 70%)
Rank among all FORD models445th out of 1,167(top 38%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+5% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO has 17,932 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 90%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202192%14615,765 mi
202090%37217,932 mi

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About the 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO

The 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 372 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 17,932 miles at 4 years old, FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO 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 £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 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO?

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 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO

At 4 years old, the FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Alternatives to the 2020 FORD FIESTA ACTIVE X ED TURBO AUTO

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