Ford Maverick MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Maverick. Check any Maverick by registration number below.

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75.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.3%

vs Ford Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Ford Maverick — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Maverick has an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, which is 9.3 percentage points below the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Maverick on the road.

The most common reasons a Ford Maverick fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched. If you are preparing your Maverick for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Maverick, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Maverick performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 105 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

2006

Based on 229 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

2005

Based on 301 vehicles

89.4%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 10yr

177k mi

2004

Based on 64 vehicles

70.3%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

6.5%

2003

Based on 186 vehicles

64.5%Below Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

21.6%

2002

Based on 215 vehicles

57.2%Below Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2001

Based on 102 vehicles

68.6%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1998

Based on 68 vehicles

77.9%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

17.4%

1997

Based on 200 vehicles

69.0%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

12.0%

1996

Based on 281 vehicles

86.8%Excellent

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.6%

1995

Based on 69 vehicles

62.3%Below Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

28.3%

1994

Based on 93 vehicles

66.7%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

34.4%

1993

Based on 146 vehicles

83.6%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

1992

Based on 105 vehicles

84.8%Good

Ford average: 85.1%

0

Based on 614 vehicles

69.2%Average

Ford average: 85.1%

Mileage at 5yr

106k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Maverick

The most common reasons a Ford Maverick fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

10.0%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

9.6%

A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched

5.9%

Ford Maverick Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect

75.7% pass rate

Ford Puma St-line

95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Maverick

Ford Maverick — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Maverick MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Maverick?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Maverick is 75.8% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Maverick?

The most common MOT failures on the Ford Maverick are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (10.0%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (9.6%), A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched (5.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Ford Maverick reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.8%, the Ford Maverick is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Maverick?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Ford Maverick?

Typical mileage for the Ford Maverick: 135,429 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Maverick to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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