Ford P100 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford P100. Check any P100 by registration number below.

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78.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.1%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Ford P100 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford P100 has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, which is 7.1 percentage points below the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your P100 on the road.

The most common reasons a Ford P100 fails its MOT are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. If you are preparing your P100 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 P100, 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 P100 performs at MOT across different model years.

1993

Based on 118 vehicles

76.3%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

21.1%

1992

Based on 216 vehicles

76.4%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.3%

1991

Based on 204 vehicles

82.4%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

9.0%

1990

Based on 262 vehicles

78.6%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

12.4%

1989

Based on 79 vehicles

74.7%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.6%

0

Based on 325 vehicles

80.0%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 5yr

50k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford P100

The most common reasons a Ford P100 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

8.5%

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.9%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.6%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.3%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.8%

Ford P100 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

12.7%

Rear Offside

11.9%

Rear Nearside

10.2%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

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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 P100

Ford P100 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford P100 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford P100?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford P100 is 78.1% 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 P100?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford P100 are: A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (8.5%), An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.9%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (4.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford P100 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, the Ford P100 is rated as "Good" 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 P100?

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 P100?

Typical mileage for the Ford P100: 50,132 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used P100 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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