How do Golf and Focus MOT pass rates compare?
The Volkswagen Golf MOT pass rate for cars first registered 2016–2021 is 88.6% across 1.4M official UK DVSA tests, against 86.6% across 1.4M tests for the Ford Focus.
Data created
Defect notes in this age band: 1,688,154 on the Golf vs 1,651,005 on the Focus. Notes are not a count of cars or of failed tests.
This does not prove repair bills, breakdowns, or which example you should buy. Check tyres, lamps and warning lights on the viewing, then use Compare if you want the full defect mix side by side.
| Model | Pass rate | MOT tests |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 88.6% | 1.4M |
| Ford Focus | 86.6% | 1.4M |
Frequently asked questions
How do Golf and Focus MOT pass rates compare?
- The Volkswagen Golf MOT pass rate for cars first registered 2016–2021 is 88.6% across 1.4M official UK DVSA tests, against 86.6% across 1.4M tests for the Ford Focus.
Is the higher MOT pass rate the more reliable car?
- No. MOT pass rate is not a reliability rating. These figures are the share of recorded tests that passed in the same 5–10 year band. Inspect the car and use GOV.UK for that registration.
Can I compare more than these two models?
- Yes. Use CARMOTIQ Compare for interactive side-by-side research across makes and models in the age band you are shopping in.