Ford Maverick Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Maverick reliable? We analysed 186,884 real MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Maverick is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Maverick.
Ford Maverick Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Maverick. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Maverick MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Maverick to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Maverick Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Maverick fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Maverick Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Maverick owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Maverick MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Maverick year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3,464 | 73.6% | 45,706 | 68,084 | 93,516 |
| 2003 | 16,504 | 71.8% | 48,766 | 72,389 | 97,648 |
| 2002 | 22,213 | 71.1% | 54,344 | 77,325 | 101,944 |
| 2001 | 11,208 | 70.0% | 59,243 | 80,841 | 104,728 |
| 1999 | 1,882 | 67.1% | 77,096 | 99,351 | 122,774 |
| 1998 | 14,115 | 66.3% | 84,606 | 106,884 | 132,650 |
| 1997 | 26,803 | 65.1% | 90,499 | 113,156 | 138,200 |
| 1996 | 22,331 | 63.6% | 92,903 | 114,168 | 136,673 |
| 1995 | 27,875 | 62.8% | 96,201 | 116,786 | 139,430 |
| 1994 | 30,677 | 62.5% | 97,219 | 118,123 | 140,640 |
| 1993 | 9,495 | 62.2% | 96,581 | 118,441 | 139,263 |
| 1971 | 97 | 59.8% | 92,633 | 105,967 | 120,026 |
How Long Does a Ford Maverick Last?
Based on 19,007 Ford Maverick vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Maverick Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Maverick MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Maverick
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.6% MOT pass rate from 3,464 tests
59.8% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Maverick is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.6% across 3,464 tests. The 1971 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Maverick Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Maverick THIS CAR | 65.9% | 186,884 | 105,310 mi | 33 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 |
| BMW 535 | 78.7% | 216,162 | 96,082 mi | 38 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Maverick trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford MaverickShould you buy a used Ford Maverick?
The Ford Maverick has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.9% across 186,884 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ford Maverick are brake pipe excessively corroded (15,070 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (11,752), and anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (10,520). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ford Maverick owner drives around 5,678 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.
In terms of longevity, most Ford Maverick models stay on UK roads for around 33 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.