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Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI reliable? We analysed 240 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 240 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.9%
Typical Mileage
129,720mi
Annual Mileage
6,037mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI Number Plates

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

Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,622 mi/yr
Typical
6,037 mi/yr
Average
6,795 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,634 mi/yr

Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
129,720 mi
75th Percentile
148,212 mi
95th Percentile
174,836 mi
Max Recorded
212,463 mi

How Does the Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI THIS CAR 72.9% 240 129,720 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
Harley-davidson XL 1200 Ns Iron 1200 20 90.9% 408 4,455 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI?

The Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% across 240 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI owner drives around 6,037 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 Focus C-max LX TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI reliable?
Based on 240 MOT tests, the Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI has a 72.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI does around 6,037 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus C-max LX TDCI?
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.