Ford C-MAX / Grand C-MAX vs Ford S-MAX
Both are MPVs. First-time MOT failure at age 7, and what each one is known to fail on.
What each one fails on
MeasuredThe faults each records most at ages 6 to 9. Same figures as each full report.
Ford C-MAX / Grand C-MAX
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory10.3%
Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioningFail2.4%
A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioningFail2.0%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedAdvisory2.0%
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory1.7%
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageAdvisory1.5%
Ford S-MAX
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory5.0%
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory4.3%
A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LEDFail1.4%
A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioningFail1.1%
Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intendedAdvisory0.9%
Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.Advisory0.8%