Ford Econaline vs Ford Focus: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Ford Econaline
81%
MOT pass rate · 3 vehicles
Ford Focus
74%
MOT pass rate · 2,068,317 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Ford Econaline (81%) and Ford Focus (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Ford Econaline | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 81% ✓ | 74% |
| MOT failure rate | 19% ✓ | 26% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 3% | 2% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 238,961 mi | 107,385 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 3 | 2,068,317 |
Most common faults
Ford Econaline
- Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- all suspension shocker bushes cracked/perished
- both front tyres slightly worn inner edges
Ford Focus
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Ford Econaline (81%) and Ford Focus (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
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Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.