Ford Maverick
From 762 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are 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, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, 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, caused 63 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| 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 | 63 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 47 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 45 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 28 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 28 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 24 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 24 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 21 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 20 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 18 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 41.2% of Maverick failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 19.8% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £191.
Ford Maverick on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 210 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 210. At this rate, roughly 8.8 years until none remain. Now at 10.2% of its peak (17,844 in 2004 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 229 | 1,592 | +0 | -19 | -19 |
| 2025 Q2 | 237 | 1,603 | +0 | -29 | -29 |
| 2025 Q1 | 258 | 1,611 | +0 | -53 | -53 |
| 2024 Q4 | 276 | 1,646 | +0 | -109 | -109 |
| 2024 Q3 | 304 | 1,727 | +0 | -61 | -61 |
| 2024 Q2 | 331 | 1,761 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
| 2024 Q1 | 353 | 1,774 | +1 | -20 | -19 |
| 2023 Q4 | 367 | 1,779 | +0 | -54 | -54 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 65.9% | 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, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1997 | 73% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mavericks tested had between 88,738 and 125,687 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 109,329 median miles, the Maverick has 0.027 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ford models
| Ford Fiesta | 72.9% |
| Ford Focus | 74.7% |
| Ford Transit | 70.4% |
| Ford Kuga | 82.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 73.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ford Maverick MOT pass rate?
The Ford Maverick has a 70.9% MOT pass rate based on 762 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Maverick?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Maverick is 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, which caused 63 failures. Other common issues include vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced.
How many Ford Mavericks are on UK roads?
There are 229 Ford Mavericks currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,592 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Maverick at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Maverick is 109,329 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 88,738 and 125,687 miles.
Buying a used Maverick?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 70.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £191 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 41.2% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.