Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 178 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,780

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Solid Option

85% pass rate, £1,780/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol998cc7 years old178 tests36k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,780

Per month£148/mo

Per week£34/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

85% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

85% of MOT tests on Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbos from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 178 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 35,700 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models1217th of 1,380(bottom 12%)

Rank among Ford models667th of 1,136(bottom half)

vs average of all models+3%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average-5%(90% avg)

vs Ford average+0%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

35,700

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo had 35,700 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 85%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	93%	7,427	23,328 mi
2020	92%	12,190	29,967 mi
2019	85%	178	35,700 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Fiesta

2018 · 998cc Petrol

£1,630/year

90%

+5%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

86%

+1%

Vauxhall Corsa

2017 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

82%

-3%

Volkswagen Golf

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

92%

+7%

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About the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo

The 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 178 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 12% of 2019 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 35,700 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo 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 £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 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,780 (£148/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo Reliability Trend

Newer Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbos pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 8 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.

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.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line 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-Line Edition Turbo(2019)	85%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,780
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780same
Vauxhall Corsa(2017)	82%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£223
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£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 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo

Is the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 85% of MOT tests on 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbos ended in a pass, from 178 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,780 a year (£148 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo?

85% of 178 MOT tests on the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1217th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (bottom 12%).

Which year Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2019 the lowest at 85%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition Turbo is 35,700 miles, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.