Ford Unknown (2014)
2014 Ford Unknown
CarHunch analysed 371 real MOT records for the 2014 Ford Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Ford Unknown is a serious reliability concern: just 32.9% pass their MOT on the first attempt, less than half the UK average of 80%, and this dismal rate holds across both diesel (31.8%) and petrol (32.7%) variants. With 6.2% of vehicles having experienced dangerous defects, this is a model buyers should approach with caution.
These cars are running at relatively modest mileage for their age (median 52,346 miles), so the poor first-time pass rate isn't down to high wear—it's a systemic quality issue. The average vehicle racks up 0.55 failures and 2.6 advisories per test, pointing to recurring mechanical problems rather than one-off faults. If you're considering this model, have a pre-purchase inspection done by a specialist who knows Ford's weak points, and budget for imminent repairs.
What to check before buying a 2014 Ford Unknown
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (59%) | 220 | 31.8% | 0.5 |
| Petrol (40%) | 147 | 32.7% | 0.63 |
| Diesel (1%) | 4 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Ford Unknown 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 2014 Ford Unknown vehicles fall between 24,387 and 71,186 miles.
2014 Ford Unknown — Still on the Road
86 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Ford Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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26.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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23.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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20.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18.5%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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17.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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16.2%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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15.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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