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

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Is the Ford Focus C-max Zetec reliable? We analysed 2,411 real MOT tests across 725 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,411 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.4%
Typical Mileage
108,646mi
Annual Mileage
5,015mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Focus C-max Zetec 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 Zetec.

Ford Focus C-max Zetec Number Plates

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

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

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

Low usage
3,122 mi/yr
Typical
5,015 mi/yr
Average
5,897 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,645 mi/yr

Ford Focus C-max Zetec Mileage Distribution

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

Median
108,646 mi
75th Percentile
133,192 mi
95th Percentile
173,171 mi
Max Recorded
1,543,398 mi

How Does the Ford Focus C-max Zetec 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 Zetec THIS CAR 74.4% 2,411 108,646 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
Hyundai Santa Fe Premium CRDI 80.6% 3,896 101,669 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Focus C-max Zetec?

The Ford Focus C-max Zetec has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 2,411 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Focus C-max Zetec owner drives around 5,015 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 Zetec — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Focus C-max Zetec reliable?
Based on 2,411 MOT tests, the Ford Focus C-max Zetec has a 74.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Focus C-max Zetec?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Focus C-max Zetec do per year?
The typical Ford Focus C-max Zetec does around 5,015 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Focus C-max Zetec last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Focus C-max Zetec?
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.