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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Mustang Mach 1. Check any Mustang Mach 1 by registration number below.

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90.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.2%

vs Ford Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ford Mustang Mach 1 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Mustang Mach 1 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.3%, which is 5.2 percentage points above the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Mustang Mach 1 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ford Mustang Mach 1 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Mustang Mach 1 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Mustang Mach 1, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Mustang Mach 1 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 257 vehicles

90.3%Excellent
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

8.5%

Mileage at 3yr

23k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Mustang Mach 1

The most common reasons a Ford Mustang Mach 1 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

6.2%
Ford Mustang Mach 1 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

5.1%

Front Nearside

3.1%

Offside

2.3%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect

75.7% pass rate

Ford Puma St-line

95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Mustang Mach 1

Ford Mustang Mach 1 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Mustang Mach 1 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Mustang Mach 1?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Mustang Mach 1 is 90.3% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Mustang Mach 1?
The most common MOT failures on the Ford Mustang Mach 1 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (6.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ford Mustang Mach 1 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.3%, the Ford Mustang Mach 1 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Mustang Mach 1?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Ford Mustang Mach 1?
Typical mileage for the Ford Mustang Mach 1: 22,782 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Mustang Mach 1 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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