Ford C-MAX / Grand C-MAX vs Vauxhall Zafira
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%
Vauxhall Zafira
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory10.9%
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory9.9%
Exhaust system leaking or insecureAdvisory5.9%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedFail3.4%
Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunctionFail3.3%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedAdvisory2.6%