Ford C-MAX / Grand C-MAX vs Mercedes B-Class
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%
Mercedes B-Class
A suspension joint dust cover severely deterioratedMinor3.4%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedFail2.6%
A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etcFail1.9%
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory1.9%
Brake pipe damaged or excessively corrodedAdvisory1.7%
A wheel badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mountingAdvisory1.3%