FORD FIESTA TREND (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,056 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
1,056
Avg Mileage
20,342 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 3 years old, 94% of FORD FIESTA TRENDs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,056 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,342 miles.
How does the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND has 20,342 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a FORD FIESTA TREND?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2021 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND 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 TREND by Year
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About the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND
The 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND is a city car with a 1084cc petrol engine. 1,056 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 20,342 miles at 3 years old, FORD FIESTA TREND owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 FORD FIESTA TREND Fuel Costs
The modest 1084cc 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 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND?
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 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD FIESTA TREND Reliability Trend
The FORD FIESTA TREND has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Alternatives to the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND
The FORD FIESTA TREND is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-3%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-6%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-2%) from 52,140 tests