FORD GRAND C-MAX MOT pass rate
74.9% of 49,200 FORD GRAND C-MAX MOT tests pass.
At 74.9%, The GRAND C-MAX passes slightly less often than the average across all FORD models (76.4%).
At 74.9%, The FORD GRAND C-MAX passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 81.4% at 3–6 years to 69.8% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 81.4% | 3,825 | 41,763 miles |
| 6–10 years | 78.4% | 23,859 | 69,958 miles |
| 10–15 years | 69.8% | 21,515 | 99,356 miles |
| 15+ years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FORD GRAND C-MAX
The most common reason the FORD GRAND C-MAX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 47.8% | Not working |
| Tyres | 37.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 29.6% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Suspension | 17.8% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Visibility | 14.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 12.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.8% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.3% | Buckle not functioning as intended |
| Steering | 2.1% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 2.0% | Fixing missing |
Related FORD models
- FORD FIESTA — 73.9% pass rate
- FORD FOCUS — 76.3% pass rate
- FORD TRANSIT — 70.8% pass rate
- FORD KUGA — 85.6% pass rate
- FORD MONDEO — 73.4% pass rate
- FORD KA — 72.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FORD GRAND C-MAX?
- 74.9% of FORD GRAND C-MAX MOT tests pass, based on 49,200 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FORD GRAND C-MAX?
- The most common reason the FORD GRAND C-MAX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the FORD GRAND C-MAX's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the FORD service history guide for how to check and keep one.