Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo (2020)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 123 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£1,853
£154/month
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Excellent
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 12-25
1496cc Petrol
Great Choice
94% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 12 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~42 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Low estimate due to excellent reliability
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
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Ford brand average of 85%.
94% of MOT tests on Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbos from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 123 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 25,603 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
25,603
Average miles
29,600
Expected for age
The average 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo had 25,603 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
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About the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo
The 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo is a small family car. Our records list a 1496cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 123 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 25,603 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo Fuel Costs
The 1496cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 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 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo
At 6 years old, the Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
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.
Service History
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Running Costs Compared
How the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo 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 ST Edition Turbo(2020) | 94% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853 |
| Ford Fiesta(2018) | 90% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£223 |
| Volkswagen Golf(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853same |
| Vauxhall Corsa(2018) | 85% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £2,003+£150 |
| Nissan Qashqai(2018) | 87% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 5-15 | £1,780-£73 |
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 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo
Is the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbos ended in a pass, from 123 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo cost to run?
Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 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 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo?
94% of 123 MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 829th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).
What is the average mileage for a 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Fiesta ST Edition Turbo is 25,603 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
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