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Ford C-max Titanium Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford C-max Titanium reliable? We analysed 663 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 663 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.6%
Typical Mileage
67,835mi
Annual Mileage
6,038mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford C-max Titanium is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford C-max Titanium.

Ford C-max Titanium Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford C-max Titanium. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford C-max Titanium Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford C-max Titanium models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1

Ford C-max Titanium Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford C-max Titanium owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,979 mi/yr
Typical
6,038 mi/yr
Average
6,875 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,620 mi/yr

Ford C-max Titanium Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford C-max Titanium MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
67,835 mi
75th Percentile
91,423 mi
95th Percentile
129,301 mi
Max Recorded
1,152,529 mi

How Does the Ford C-max Titanium Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford C-max Titanium THIS CAR 86.6% 663 67,835 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Primera S 76.8% 474 97,154 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford C-max Titanium outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford C-max Titanium?

The Ford C-max Titanium has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.6% across 663 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford C-max Titanium with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ford C-max Titanium owner drives around 6,038 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford C-max Titanium — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford C-max Titanium reliable?
Based on 663 MOT tests, the Ford C-max Titanium has a 86.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford C-max Titanium?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford C-max Titanium do per year?
The typical Ford C-max Titanium does around 6,038 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford C-max Titanium last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford C-max Titanium?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.