Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 45 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 2.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto MOT Reliability Overview
The Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.8% and a failure rate of 2.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto presents for MOT with approximately 14,040 miles on the clock. The 2020 manufacture year performs best with a 97.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto is Visibility, affecting 2.2% of all tests. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Together, these top 1 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
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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 | Visibility | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,040 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 1.58 | 2.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto has 14,040 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 Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 1.57% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto MOT Data
The Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.8% and a failure rate of 2.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on visibility and general vehicle condition 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 Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto is likely to perform.
Visibility — 2.2% of failures
Visibility issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto?
Based on 45 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto has an overall pass rate of 97.8% (2.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto?
The top 1 reasons a Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto fails its MOT are: 1. Visibility (2.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto reliable?
With a 2.2% MOT failure rate, the Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ford Auto-trail Tribute F72 Auto?
Based on failure data, focus on: Visibility (2.2%). 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.