Ford C-MAX MOT Results

Registered in 2016
82.4% pass rate
from 17,324 tests in 2021
(11% worse than other 2016 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Ford C-MAX is unusually good or bad.

  • 5.9% fail on Visibility (49% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 5.0% fail on Wipers (76% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.88% fail on Washers (21% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.052% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.052% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.029% fail on View to rear
      • 0.029% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.0058% fail on Driver's view
    • 0.0058% fail on Bonnet
  • 5.5% fail on Tyres (41% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Condition (49% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 2.6% fail on Tread depth (37% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Size/type (130% worse than other 2016 cars)
  • 3.4% fail on Brakes (23% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 3.0% fail on Mechanical brake components (58% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 3.0% fail on Brake linings and pads (87% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 3.0% fail on Brake pads (88% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0058% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.19% fail on Brake discs and drums (60% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.19% fail on Brake discs (60% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Brake performance (47% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Service brake performance (49% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.21% fail on Rbt (48% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.17% fail on Service brake performance (48% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.046% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.10% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (55% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.10% fail on Rbt (sp) (53% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.069% fail on Rbt
          • 0.058% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0058% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.0058% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.035% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.023% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (72% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Rbt (sp) (70% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.0058% fail on Service brake performance
    • 0.058% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.058% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.040% fail on Pedal
      • 0.0058% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.035% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.035% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.023% fail on Parking brake control (79% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Lever (76% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.012% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.0058% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.0058% fail on Anti-lock braking system
  • 3.0% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (13% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim (24% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim (23% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 1.1% fail on Stop lamp (71% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.42% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.42% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.37% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.046% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.0058% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.22% fail on Headlamps (70% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.19% fail on Headlamp (70% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
      • 0.0058% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.18% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (49% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.16% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.16% fail on Rear fog lamp
      • 0.0058% fail on Front fog lamps
        • 0.0058% fail on Front fog lamps
    • 0.081% fail on Position lamps (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.081% fail on Position lamp (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.029% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.012% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.012% fail on Horn
      • 0.0058% fail on Battery(ies)
    • 0.023% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.023% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.023% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 1.0% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (24% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Exhaust emissions (24% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.73% fail on Compression ignition (110% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.62% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (8 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.052% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (79% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.029% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.012% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.012% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.28% fail on Spark ignition (41% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.22% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.040% fail on Catalyst emissions (76% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.012% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0058% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.040% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.012% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.012% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.012% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0058% fail on Other leaks
  • 0.66% fail on Body, chassis, structure
    • 0.40% fail on Transmission (86% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.40% fail on Drive shafts (99% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.40% fail on Joints (100% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0058% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.0058% fail on Joints
    • 0.092% fail on Seats (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Passenger's seat (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.040% fail on Driver's seat (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.040% fail on Body
      • 0.040% fail on Other body component
    • 0.023% fail on Doors
      • 0.023% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.023% fail on Door condition
    • 0.023% fail on Undertray
    • 0.017% fail on Exhaust system (89% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.012% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0058% fail on Boot lid condition
      • 0.0058% fail on Other boot lid component
    • 0.0058% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.0058% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.0058% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0058% fail on Other towbar components
    • 0.0058% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.0058% fail on Engine mounting condition
  • 0.55% fail on Suspension (74% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.31% fail on Suspension arms (37% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.11% fail on Ball joint dust cover (110% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Pins and bushes (72% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.11% fail on Anti-roll bars (46% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.040% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.035% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.023% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0058% fail on Linkage
      • 0.0058% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.063% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.023% fail on Springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Coil springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.023% fail on Coil spring (98% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Shock absorbers (87% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.0058% fail on Axles
      • 0.0058% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
    • 0.0058% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0058% fail on Macpherson strut
    • 0.0058% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0058% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.0058% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0058% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  • 0.25% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.14% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.13% fail on Condition
      • 0.0058% fail on Prescribed areas
      • 0.0058% fail on Attachment
    • 0.11% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.0058% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0058% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.19% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.18% fail on Attachment
    • 0.012% fail on Condition
  • 0.13% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.13% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.087% fail on Steering (68% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.063% fail on Steering linkage components (71% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Track rod end (89% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.017% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.017% fail on Drag link end (6 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0058% fail on Steering arm
    • 0.017% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.017% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0058% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0058% fail on Operation
Read the Honest John Review

  • Ford C-MAX (2010 - 2019)
    Neat styling. More practical than a Ford Focus. Fine blend of ride comfort, handling and driver enjoyment. High-quality interior.

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