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FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,788 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

94%

Total Tests (2024)

1,788

Avg Mileage

30,726 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV 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 4 years old, 94% of FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEVs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,788 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,726 miles.

How does the 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars695th out of 2,596(top 27%)
Rank among all FORD models216th out of 1,167(top 19%)
vs national average+12% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average+2% (92% avg)
vs FORD average+9% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV has 30,726 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV 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 FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202293%25024,794 mi
202193%3,29626,392 mi
202094%1,78830,726 mi

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About the 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV

The 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 1,788 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 30,726 miles at 4 years old, FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV 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 FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV?

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 FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV Reliability Trend

The FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV

At 4 years old, the FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV 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 FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV

The FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: