Used Ford Fiesta AC Compressor

The Fiesta Mk7 ran from 2008 to 2017, with a facelift in 2013, so a 2012 and a 2014 car sit either side of that facelift boundary. Whether the compressor crosses that boundary without issue is something you should confirm with the breaker against both registration numbers, as ancillary mounting points can change at a facelift. Giving the breaker your engine code from your V5 or a VIN check is the single most reliable way to get the right match.

Trim level does not affect which AC compressor is fitted — what matters is the engine code, fuel type, and gearbox type, not whether the car is a Zetec or a Titanium. Both trims were available across the same engine options within a generation, so a compressor from one will generally match the other if the engine codes align. Bear in mind the donor car may have different ancillary brackets depending on its specification, so confirm the exact match with the breaker.

The most important detail is your engine code, which you'll find on your V5 logbook or through a VIN check — mechanical parts follow the engine code, not the model badge or trim name. You should also have your fuel type, gearbox type, and year of manufacture ready when contacting a breaker. The more precisely you can describe the donor vehicle's spec, the better your chances of getting a part that fits first time.

The Fiesta Mk6 ran from 2002 to 2008 and the Mk7 from 2008 to 2017, so these are distinct generations with different platform architectures. It is very unlikely an AC compressor would cross cleanly between these two generations, and you should treat them as separate fitment pools. Always confirm cross-generation compatibility with the breaker against both registration numbers rather than assuming it will work.

Petrol and diesel engines are fundamentally different units with different ancillary layouts, so a compressor from one fuel type should not be assumed to fit the other even if the cars are the same age and trim level. Always match the replacement compressor to your specific engine code rather than going by year or badge alone. Confirm fuel type and engine code with your breaker before ordering.

The Fiesta ST uses a different engine to the standard petrol range, so the engine code is the deciding factor here rather than the model year. Ancillary fitment and mounting arrangements on performance variants can also differ from the standard car, and whether specific brackets or mountings are compatible is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration. Do not assume a straight swap based on year alone.