Ford 125t350 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 41 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 46.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ford 125t350 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ford 125t350 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 41 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 53.7% and a failure rate of 46.3%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ford 125t350 earns a "Poor" reliability rating. The average Ford 125t350 presents for MOT with approximately 139,641 miles on the clock. The 2002 manufacture year performs best with a 53.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Ford 125t350 is Suspension, affecting 70.7% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Brakes at 56.1%. Body, chassis, structure rounds out the top three at 39.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 75.6% | 31 |
| 2 | Brakes | 70.7% | 29 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 44.0% | 18 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 39.0% | 16 |
| 5 | Steering | 29.3% | 12 |
| 6 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 26.8% | 11 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 9.8% | 4 |
| 8 | Tyres | 9.8% | 4 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 7.3% | 3 |
| 10 | Driver's View Of The Road | 4.9% | 2 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 4.9% | 2 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 2.4% | 1 |
| 13 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 139,641 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 5.41 | 75.6% | 31 |
| Brakes | 5.07 | 70.7% | 29 |
| Body & Structure | 3.14 | 43.9% | 18 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.14 | 44.0% | 18 |
| Steering | 2.10 | 29.3% | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 1.92 | 26.8% | 11 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.70 | 9.8% | 4 |
| Tyres | 0.70 | 9.8% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.52 | 7.3% | 3 |
| Visibility | 0.35 | 4.9% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.17 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.17 | 2.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ford 125t350 has 139,641 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ford 125t350 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.32% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Ford 125t350 MOT Data
The Ford 125t350 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 41 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 53.7% and a failure rate of 46.3%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ford 125t350 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 125t350 is likely to perform.
Suspension — 70.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 70.7% of MOT failures on the Ford 125t350. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 56.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 56.1% of MOT failures on the Ford 125t350. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Body, chassis, structure — 39.0% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 39.0% of MOT failures on the Ford 125t350. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford 125t350?
Based on 41 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ford 125t350 has an overall pass rate of 53.7% (46.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford 125t350?
The top 3 reasons a Ford 125t350 fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (70.7%), 2. Brakes (56.1%), 3. Body, chassis, structure (39.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ford 125t350 reliable?
With a 46.3% MOT failure rate, the 125t350 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ford 125t350?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (70.7%); Brakes (56.1%); Body, chassis, structure (39.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.