2021 · 3 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2021 Ford Transit MOT pass rate and common faults

1,915 MOT tests in 2024. 81.3% passed first time, compared with 87.6% for all cars the same age.

93Below average
Passed first time81.3%
Failed or needed repairs18.8%
Typical mileage at test39,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,915 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Headlamp aim: too high2.5%
  2. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick1.8%
    54 marked dangerous
  3. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction1.5%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.5%
  5. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt1.1%
  6. Side repeaters: not working0.9%
  7. Brake pads: worn down to wear indicator0.9%
  8. Stop lamp: not working0.8%
  9. Other body component: component damaged and likely to cause injury0.7%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively0.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics13.1%
  2. Brakes4.9%
  3. Tyres3.9%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.1%
  5. Body & chassis3.0%
  6. Emissions & leaks2.0%
  7. Suspension0.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags0.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick10.1%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.0%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened4.1%
  4. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn2.7%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure2.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: headlamp aim: too high. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Ford Transit?

In 2024, 81.3% of 2021 Ford Transit cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,915 tests. The average for all 3-year-old cars was 87.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2021 Ford Transit?

The most common failure reasons were headlamp aim: too high; brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick; malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2021 Ford Transit reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 93, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).