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Ford Fiesta buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Ford Fiesta costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 792 for sale right now.
Our take on the Ford Fiesta
A 2023 Ford Fiesta typically advertises at €18,900 and a 2018 one at €11,000, so it loses roughly 10% of its value a year at that age. Most for sale are petrols; diesels are rarer, at 9%. At the NCT, the 2009–2021 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 1.0 petrol is the most common engine (48% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 200k km.
Check a Ford Fiesta's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Ford Fiesta prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | €21,950 | 33k km | 6 |
| 2023 | €18,900 | 45k km | 39 |
| 2022 | €17,500 | 51k km | 28 |
| 2021 | €15,500 | 84k km | 43 |
| 2020 | €14,000 | 94k km | 41 |
| 2019 | €12,000 | 113k km | 62 |
| 2018 | €11,000 | 125k km | 72 |
| 2017 | €9,700 | 127k km | 88 |
| 2016 | €8,800 | 133k km | 97 |
| 2015 | €8,300 | 138k km | 132 |
| 2014 | €7,600 | 140k km | 91 |
| 2013 | €5,500 | 190k km | 31 |
| 2012 | €4,250 | 165k km | 13 |
| 2011 | €3,500 | 228k km | 14 |
| 2010 | €3,500 | 222k km | 13 |
| 2009 | €2,750 | 256k km | 10 |
| 2007 | €1,600 | 136k km | 6 |
Ford Fiesta NCT pass rate
How often Ford Fiestas pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 85% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 82% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 72% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 63% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 47% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 53% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 51% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 46% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 44% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 43% | 38% | |
| 2010 | 38% | 34% | |
| 2009 | 34% | 31% | |
| 2008 | 28% | 30% | |
| 2007 | 31% | 31% |
Most common reasons a 2016 Ford Fiesta fails: lights & electrics (24.3% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (23% of tests, more than most cars), wheel alignment (16.6% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (10.8% of tests).
Common Ford Fiesta problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Coolant leaks / overheating (1.0 EcoBoost) · €300–€3,000
Check the coolant is at the line and the temperature gauge stays in the middle. Ask if the coolant pipe recall was done.
Powershift automatic clutch judder · €800–€1,800
Shudder or hesitation pulling away, especially uphill or reversing.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Petrol | ~200k km | ~€190 | 130 |
| 1.2 Petrol | ~330k km | ~€270 | 60 |
| 1.1 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€270 | 48 |
| 1.5 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 26 |
| 1.4 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€190 | 9 |
1.0 Petrol: usual problem: wet timing belt and coolant leaks (head gasket).
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Ford Fiesta
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Ford Fiesta
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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