Ford Focus ST Line X (2019)
2019 Ford Focus ST Line X
CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 2019 Ford Focus ST Line X. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Ford Focus ST-Line X is a genuinely reliable proposition at MOT time, with a 93.5% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%, and no vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect. The petrol engines are particularly robust, posting a 96.2% pass rate across 128 vehicles tested. These cars are running at sensible mileages for their age—a median of 40,238 miles—and when failures do occur, they're rare (0.11 per vehicle) and minor, with virtually no advisory flags raised. If you're considering this model, a pre-purchase inspection is still wise, but this data suggests you're looking at a mechanically sound used car that's unlikely to surprise you with serious repair bills.
What to check before buying a 2019 Ford Focus ST Line X
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (95%) | 128 | 96.2% | 0.12 |
| Petrol (3%) | 4 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Ford Focus ST Line X vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2019 Ford Focus ST Line X vehicles fall between 32,420 and 50,732 miles.
2019 Ford Focus ST Line X — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 86 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 81% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.
MOT History Averages
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