Ford C Max (2016)
2016 Ford C Max
CarHunch analysed 10,759 real MOT records for the 2016 Ford C Max. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Ford C-Max passes its MOT significantly better than the UK average, with an 86.8% first-time pass rate versus 80%, though a concerning 35.3% have recorded at least one dangerous defect over their lifetime—something to factor into your pre-purchase inspection. Petrol versions edge ahead of diesels slightly (87.9% versus 86.2% pass rate), though both are solid performers.
At 42,300 miles median, these cars show typical wear for their age and won't surprise you with sudden wear patterns. The average car picks up 1.16 failures and 8.1 advisories per test, suggesting routine maintenance issues are manageable but worth budgeting for—get a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks for previous dangerous defect history on the vehicle you're considering.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.8 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2016 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.
- ⚠️ 35.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (67%) | 7,231 | 86.2% | 1.19 |
| Petrol (33%) | 3,526 | 88% | 1.08 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 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 2016 Ford C Max vehicles fall between 30,987 and 55,514 miles.
2016 Ford C Max — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 10,180 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 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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48.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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46%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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22.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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17.5%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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