Ford C Max Zetec Tdci (2015)
2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci
CarHunch analysed 246 real MOT records for the 2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Ford C-MAX Zetec TDCI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.7%, which sits noticeably below the UK average of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests this particular generation and spec carries more mechanical issues than typical. The good news is that dangerous defects are essentially absent (0%), so failures tend to be fixable rather than safety-critical.
At nearly 75,000 miles on average, these cars carry moderately high mileage for their age, yet they average only 0.21 failures per vehicle, indicating the mechanical problems are limited in scope. Before committing to a used example, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the diesel engine and transmission, since the below-average pass rate hints at accumulated wear in those areas rather than a design flaw.
What to check before buying a 2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 244 | 69.6% | 0.2 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 91.7% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci vehicles fall between 53,151 and 84,123 miles.
2015 Ford C Max Zetec Tdci — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 162 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
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