Ford C Max (2010)
2010 Ford C Max
CarHunch analysed 7,777 real MOT records for the 2010 Ford C Max. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Ford C-MAX falls short of the UK average with a 76.7% first-time pass rate, and nearly 60% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant red flag for structural or safety-critical failures. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 77.8% pass than diesel at 75.2%, but neither inspires confidence.
At 66,748 miles on average, these C-MAXs are still relatively lightly used for their age, yet they're racking up 3.9 failures and 24 advisories per test, suggesting systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems. Before buying one, have an independent pre-purchase inspection done by someone who knows Ford's common faults on this generation—the numbers suggest you'll need to budget for above-average remedial work.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2010 Ford C Max
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.
- ⚠️ 59.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (58%) | 4,543 | 77.8% | 3.83 |
| Diesel (42%) | 3,233 | 75.2% | 4 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 60% | 8 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Ford C Max 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 2010 Ford C Max vehicles fall between 47,452 and 73,870 miles.
2010 Ford C Max — Still on the Road
5,177 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Ford C Max
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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62.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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60.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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37.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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36.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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36%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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31.1%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
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30.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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