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Ford B-Max MOT Results

Registered in 2014
77.3% pass rate
from 13,255 tests in 2021
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2014 cars and highlighted areas where the Ford B-Max is unusually good or bad.

  • 10% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (69% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 7.2% fail on Stop lamp (4 times worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Headlamps (21% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Headlamp (18% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim (42% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.0% fail on Headlamp aim (44% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.72% fail on Direction indicators (31% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.72% fail on Flashing type (31% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.64% fail on Side repeaters (74% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.075% fail on Individual direction indicators (56% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0075% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.65% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (25% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.25% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.25% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.14% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.14% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.11% fail on Rear reflectors (190% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.038% fail on Electrical equipment (78% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Horn (75% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0075% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.030% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.030% fail on Switch
    • 0.023% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.023% fail on Position lamp
  • 3.8% fail on Visibility
    • 2.4% fail on Wipers
    • 1.3% fail on Washers (21% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.083% fail on View to rear
      • 0.083% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.075% fail on Bonnet (180% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.038% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.038% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.015% fail on Driver's view
  • 3.7% fail on Tyres (21% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Tread depth (24% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Condition (20% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.060% fail on Size/type
  • 3.4% fail on Suspension (27% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Suspension arms
      • 1.5% fail on Ball joint (110% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.098% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.083% fail on Pins and bushes (88% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0075% fail on Suspension arm
    • 1.3% fail on Springs (39% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Coil springs (39% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Coil spring (41% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.038% fail on Mounting (3 times worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.23% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.14% fail on Anti-roll bars (73% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.083% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.023% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.023% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (84% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.015% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.13% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint (2 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0075% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.053% fail on Axles
      • 0.053% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
    • 0.023% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.015% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0075% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.015% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.015% fail on Macpherson strut
    • 0.015% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0075% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0075% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.0075% fail on Wheel bearings
  • 3.0% fail on Brakes (30% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 1.9% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 1.9% fail on Brake pads
        • 0.015% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.72% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.72% fail on Brake discs
      • 0.0075% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
        • 0.0075% fail on Lever
    • 0.49% fail on Brake performance (68% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.38% fail on Service brake performance (55% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.38% fail on Rbt (55% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.25% fail on Service brake performance (66% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.15% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0075% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0075% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.091% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (83% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.091% fail on Rbt (sp) (82% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (79% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.030% fail on Rbt (sp) (83% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.023% fail on Service brake imbalance (81% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.0075% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0075% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.023% fail on Parking brake performance (91% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Rbt (90% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.023% fail on Parking brake performance (89% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.015% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.098% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.098% fail on Lever
    • 0.060% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.038% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.023% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.045% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (68% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.0075% fail on Pedal
    • 0.045% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.023% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (89% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Anti-lock braking system (83% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.015% fail on Electronic stability control (87% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.015% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.0075% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0075% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.0075% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0075% fail on Servos
    • 0.0075% fail on Rigid brake pipes
  • 1.9% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (29% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.8% fail on Exhaust emissions (31% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Compression ignition (120% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (3 times worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.060% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.038% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (4 times worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.038% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.015% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0075% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0075% fail on Other emission control equipment
        • 0.015% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.015% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (95% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.54% fail on Spark ignition (35% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.23% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (54% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.068% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.068% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.060% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.0075% fail on Other leaks
  • 0.86% fail on Steering
    • 0.75% fail on Steering linkage components
      • 0.73% fail on Track rod end
      • 0.015% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0075% fail on Steering arm
    • 0.091% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.091% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.015% fail on Steering play
      • 0.015% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.66% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (49% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.60% fail on Seat belts (2 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.60% fail on Condition (2 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0075% fail on Requirements
    • 0.038% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (84% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.015% fail on Airbags
      • 0.015% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.55% fail on Body, chassis, structure (62% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.22% fail on Exhaust system (55% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Transmission (76% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Drive shafts (74% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Joints (75% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0075% fail on Flexible couplings
    • 0.053% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.038% fail on Body
      • 0.038% fail on Other body component
    • 0.038% fail on Doors
      • 0.038% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.030% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0075% fail on Hinge
    • 0.015% fail on Fuel system (82% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0075% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0075% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.0075% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0075% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0075% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.0075% fail on Bracket
    • 0.0075% fail on Seats
      • 0.0075% fail on Passenger's seat
  • 0.13% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.12% fail on Registration plates (47% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.0075% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.11% fail on Road Wheels (57% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Attachment (50% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.0075% fail on Condition
  • 0.0075% fail on Buses and coaches supplementary tests
    • 0.0075% fail on Doors
      • 0.0075% fail on Passenger entrance/exit doors
  • 0.0075% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0075% fail on Belt(s)/padding
Read the Honest John Review

  • Ford B-MAX (2012 - 2017)
    Sliding side doors and no central pillar mean unimpeded access. Five star Euro NCAP rating. Engines include 1.0 litre three-cylinder EcoBoost petrol. Decent drive.

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