FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,245 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
3,245
Avg Mileage
20,836 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 3 years old, 95% of FORD FIESTA TREND TURBOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,245 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,836 miles.
How does the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO has 20,836 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO 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 TURBO by Year
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About the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO
The 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 3,245 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 20,836 miles at 3 years old, FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO 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 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO?
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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO Reliability Trend
Newer FORD FIESTA TREND TURBOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO
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.
Alternatives to the 2021 FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO
The FORD FIESTA TREND TURBO 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 (-4%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-7%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 52,140 tests