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

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Is the Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI reliable? We analysed 734 real MOT tests across 258 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 734 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.6%
Typical Mileage
66,258mi
Annual Mileage
9,645mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI Number Plates

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

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

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

Low usage
7,164 mi/yr
Typical
9,645 mi/yr
Average
10,166 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,954 mi/yr

Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
66,258 mi
75th Percentile
85,049 mi
95th Percentile
111,534 mi
Max Recorded
148,926 mi

How Does the Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI THIS CAR 93.6% 734 66,258 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
Cf Moto X6 86% 1,018 1,642 mi 16 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI?

The Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.6% across 734 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI owner drives around 9,645 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 Grand C-max Zetec TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI reliable?
Based on 734 MOT tests, the Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI has a 93.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI does around 9,645 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Grand C-max Zetec TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Grand C-max Zetec 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.