Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV (2022)
2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV hits exactly the UK average with an 80.1% first-time pass rate, suggesting it's neither notably robust nor problematic—it's a predictably middle-of-the-road performer. Dangerous defects are rare at 3.9%, so safety issues are unlikely to catch you off guard on the used market.
At 24,940 miles median, these cars are still relatively fresh, which explains why they average just 0.16 failures per vehicle; the real telling detail is the 1.0 advisory per car, indicating minor wear items are already appearing. Before buying, request the full MOT history to spot patterns in what's failing or being flagged—electrics and suspension advisories are common at this age—and budget for preventative work rather than expecting a trouble-free first few years.
What to check before buying a 2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 102 | 79.9% | 0.16 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV 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 2022 Ford Focus Zetec Edition MHEV vehicles fall between 17,013 and 39,712 miles.
MOT History Averages
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