Ford Fiesta vs Ford Tiger kit: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Ford Fiesta
73%
MOT pass rate · 2,835,744 vehicles
Ford Tiger kit
50%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Ford Fiesta (73%) and Ford Tiger kit (50%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Ford Fiesta | Ford Tiger kit |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 73% ✓ | 50% |
| MOT failure rate | 27% ✓ | 50% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 2.1 ✓ | 3.0 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 2% | 0% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 84,529 mi | 900 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2,835,744 | 1 |
Most common faults
Ford Fiesta
- 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)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Ford Tiger kit
- Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
- Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Ford Fiesta (73%) and Ford Tiger kit (50%) 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.