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How can I prevent my Ford Fiesta from being stolen?

I understand that the Ford Fiesta, especially those with keyless systems are quite prone to theft. Is there any relatively straightforward and not too expensive way of making them less prone to theft?

Asked on 12 February 2025 by 1994

Answered by David Ross
The Ford Fiesta was the most stolen car in the UK in 2023, although it is important to note that as one of the UK's best-selling cars over the past 10 years it is not surprising it features at the top of this list. Cars equipped with keyless entry where you have to physically press a button on the key to unlock the vehicle are not susceptible to keyless or relay theft, whereas those with keyless start can be stolen in this manner, so it depends on the exact specification of your vehicle.

There are some simple things you can do to reduce the chance of theft, such as purchasing a physical security device such as a Disklok, using a Faraday pouch for your keys, considering where you park your car and reviewing your home security. You can read more about theft prevention here - www.honestjohn.co.uk/advice/owning-advice/keyless-.../
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