Ford Transit (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 396 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

999cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol999cc6 years old396 tests38k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Car rate estimate; vans are taxed differently

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/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

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Ford brand average of 85%.

93% of MOT tests on Ford Transits from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 396 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 37,700 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models1056th of 2,554(top half)

Rank among Ford models301st of 1,136(top half)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+1%(92% avg)

vs Ford average+8%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

37,700

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Ford Transit had 37,700 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Ford Transit by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	89%	323	35,036 mi
2020	93%	396	37,700 mi
2019	84%	4,596	70,103 mi
2018	83%	33,964	82,895 mi
2017	81%	80,031	91,785 mi
2016	80%	78,382	102,215 mi
2015	78%	69,792	114,311 mi
2014	77%	59,048	121,986 mi
2013	74%	41,052	129,239 mi
2012	71%	30,494	135,773 mi
2011	70%	37,679	144,725 mi
2010	69%	31,633	149,702 mi
2009	69%	22,453	145,382 mi
2008	69%	24,707	141,767 mi
2007	70%	19,383	141,931 mi
2006	70%	11,184	133,893 mi
2005	70%	5,914	122,440 mi
2004	70%	4,246	120,795 mi
2003	68%	4,430	128,589 mi
2002	71%	3,715	128,093 mi
2001	71%	2,701	124,676 mi
2000	73%	1,926	117,269 mi
1999	73%	3,048	105,293 mi
1998	72%	3,080	107,320 mi
1997	71%	2,561	109,450 mi
1996	72%	2,488	111,525 mi
1995	72%	2,214	102,420 mi
1994	72%	1,403	70,530 mi
1993	73%	621	65,259 mi
1992	66%	888	58,057 mi
1991	69%	851	58,872 mi
1990	71%	1,042	58,958 mi

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About the 2020 Ford Transit

The 2020 Ford Transit is a van. Our records list a 999cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 396 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 37,700 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Ford Transit owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2020 Ford Transit Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a van. 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 2020 Ford Transit?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Ford Transit Reliability Trend

Newer Ford Transits pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 6 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Ford Transit

At 6 years old, the Ford Transit 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.

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.

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.

Questions about the 2020 Ford Transit

Is the 2020 Ford Transit reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2020 Ford Transits ended in a pass, from 396 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Ford Transit cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 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 Transit?

93% of 396 MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Transit ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1056th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).

Which year Ford Transit has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Ford Transit has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 1992 the lowest at 66%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Ford Transit?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Ford Transit is 37,700 miles, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.