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Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 reliable? We analysed 1,123 real MOT tests across 197 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,123 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.5%
Typical Mileage
86,324mi
Annual Mileage
5,296mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75.

Specifications

Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1242cc
Engine
75bhp
Power
48.7mpg
Combined
139g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1242cc
Power
75 BHP
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
48.7 mpg
Urban
36.2 mpg
Extra-urban
60.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1882

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
139 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,125 mi/yr
Typical
5,296 mi/yr
Average
5,896 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,911 mi/yr

Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
86,324 mi
75th Percentile
108,074 mi
95th Percentile
139,900 mi
Max Recorded
875,245 mi

How Does the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 THIS CAR 78.5% 1,123 86,324 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Suzuki 125 77% 805 14,478 mi 23 yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75?

The Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.5% across 1,123 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 owner drives around 5,296 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 reliable?
Based on 1,123 MOT tests, the Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 has a 78.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 do per year?
The typical Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 does around 5,296 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue 75?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.